Makers of Monsters & Core Competency Reflection

Acknowledgement-Jada

Start at 50 min below.

Questions to think about and choose 1 to respond to on the padlet below:

Chief Beau Dick, Walas Gwa’yam (1955-2017) was a Kwakwaka’wakw (Musgamakw Dzawada’enuxw First Nation) artist and activist who was acclaimed as one of the Northwest Coast’s most versatile and talented carvers.

1.In what ways does the film explore the concept of identity? How does Beau Dick’s art contribute to his sense of self?

2. Discuss the significance of the film’s title, “Maker of Monsters.” What does it suggest about Beau Dick’s artistic process and the themes he explores?

3.The film portrays Beau Dick as a visionary and a cultural leader. How does he use his art to challenge and address social and political issues affecting Indigenous communities?

4. How does the film depict the relationship between art and activism? Give examples from Beau Dick’s life and work to support your answer.

5. The film touches upon the impact of colonization on Indigenous peoples. How does Beau Dick’s art serve as a form of resistance and reclamation of Indigenous culture and traditions?

6. Explore the role of storytelling in Beau Dick’s art. How does he incorporate stories, myths, and legends into his sculptures and performances?

7. Discuss the importance of community in Beau Dick’s life and work. How does he collaborate with other artists and involve his community in his artistic projects?

8. The film highlights the significance of traditional knowledge and spirituality. How does Beau Dick’s art reflect his connection to his cultural heritage and spirituality?

9. Analyze the use of symbolism in Beau Dick’s artwork. Choose a specific sculpture or performance and explain the symbolic elements and their meanings.

10. Reflect on the impact of Beau Dick’s art beyond the boundaries of his community. How does his work contribute to raising awareness and promoting understanding of Indigenous culture on a broader scale?

 

Core Competency Reflection:

  1. Core Competency Reflection- on Edublog. Choose any assignment, particular moment in EFP 12 class or look at how your understanding of Indigenous Peoples across Turtle Island has expanded and reflect on ONE of the core competencies. You may choose critical thinking, creative thinking, personal and/or cultural identity. Be sure to reflect on your strengths AND areas for future growth. Here are some prompts:
    1. Creative Thinking: where did  you come up with novel ideas that were new to you or your peers? How did you develop these ideas? What brainstorming activities did you do to come up with these ideas?
    2. Critical Thinking: When did you analyze your own beliefs and consider something new? When did you try a new way of doing something? Was it successful? What would you do differently next time?
    3. Positive Personal and cultural identity: When did you start thinking of the factors that influence your identity? What are those factors?   What did you learn about yourself and what you value?

In case you forget how to access the section on your blog:

  1. Go to YOUR blog, not mine.
  2. Go to “Riverside Way” and select core competencies
  3. Use either the pdf or word version.
  4. Tag with the appropriate tag
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The Grizzlies & Core Competency Reflection

Acknowledgement-Samantha

Thank you to Quinn for setting up netflix and connecting to the projector! We have 55:16 left. This link should also work: https://gem.cbc.ca/the-grizzlies

When done:

  1. Core Competency Reflection- on Edublog. Choose any assignment, particular moment in EFP 11 class or look at how your understanding of Indigenous Peoples across Turtle Island has expanded and reflect on ONE of the core competencies. You may choose critical thinking, creative thinking, personal and/or cultural identity. Be sure to reflect on your strengths AND areas for future growth. Here are some prompts:
    1. Creative Thinking: where did  you come up with novel ideas that were new to you or your peers? How did you develop these ideas? What brainstorming activities did you do to come up with these ideas?
    2. Critical Thinking: When did you analyze your own beliefs and consider something new? When did you try a new way of doing something? Was it successful? What would you do differently next time?
    3. Positive Personal and cultural identity: When did you start thinking of the factors that influence your identity? What are those factors?   What did you learn about yourself and what you value?

In case you forget how to access the section on your blog:

  1. Go to YOUR blog, not mine.
  2. Go to “Riverside Way” and select core competencies
  3. Use either the pdf or word version.
  4. Tag with the appropriate tag

Raven Tales & Core Competency Reflection

Acknowledgement-Aiden

Core Competency Reflection:

  1. Core Competency Reflection- on Edublog. Choose any assignment, particular moment in EFP 10 class or look at how your understanding of Indigenous Peoples across Turtle Island has expanded and reflect on ONE of the core competencies. You may choose critical thinking, creative thinking, personal and/or cultural identity. Be sure to reflect on your strengths AND areas for future growth. Here are some prompts:
    1. Creative Thinking: where did  you come up with novel ideas that were new to you or your peers? How did you develop these ideas? What brainstorming activities did you do to come up with these ideas?
    2. Critical Thinking: When did you analyze your own beliefs and consider something new? When did you try a new way of doing something? Was it successful? What would you do differently next time?
    3. Positive Personal and cultural identity: When did you start thinking of the factors that influence your identity? What are those factors?   What did you learn about yourself and what you value?

In case you forget how to access the section on your blog:

  1. Go to YOUR blog, not mine.
  2. Go to “Riverside Way” and select core competencies
  3. Use either the pdf or word version.
  4. Tag with the appropriate tag

Raven Tales: Raven Gets Sick-on my desk

 

 

 

Smudge Ceremony & Finish Essay

Acknowledgement-Nola

Welcome to Ms. Jackson!

Smudge Ceremony

Some of you will be using this time to finish your essay, if you are done and it is handed in, you can watch these videos below:

https://gem.cbc.ca/the-passionate-eye/s02e03?autoplay=1

Smoke Signals: Indigenous in Film: Authentic Voices

Acknowledgement-Quinn

Irony Review-3 types

We will be watching the classic movie, “Smoke Signals” with a multiple choice quiz at the end.

Here are some essential questions to think about:

1. What is the significance of storytelling in Smoke Signals?
2. How does storytelling help the characters connect with their cultural identity and history?
3. What is the relationship between Victor Joseph and Thomas Builds-the-Fire?
4. What is the importance of forgiveness and healing in the movie?
5. How does the movie address the trauma faced by Indigenous people under colonialism?
Choose 2 of the questions above and add your thoughts on the padlet below or here

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Essay Rough Draft & Peer Edit

Acknowledgement-Elsie

Your outline should be done, or nearing completion, now is the time to bring it together!

At the end of your essay you will need to cite your sources, MLA Paper Formatting Guidelines

or watch this video below:

Once you have your rough draft, find a peer to review, peer revision checklist

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Rubric-for-Synthesis-10

 

Seven Sacred Teachings Reflection

Acknowledgment-Rebecca

Poetry re-quiz

Go over Metonomy and Synecdoche worksheet

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  1. In a free write, poem, artistic representation, choose any of the seven grandfather teachings in which to reflect on ONE of the following questions:
    1. In full sentences, reflect on how one teaching applies to you personally.
    2. In full sentences, reflect on how one teaching applies to the world. Where do you see it? Not see it? What can be done to help others appreciate and live this teaching?
    3. In full sentences, analyze how the characters in your book either exhibit this teaching or do not. Give evidence.