Program Overview
Brock University's Indigenous Educational Studies program prepares students for careers in Indigenous communities or teaching environments. It emphasizes Indigenous learning preferences, cultural diversity, and community-based learning. The program offers degree and certificate options, including BEd in Indigenous Adult Education, Certificate in Aboriginal Adult Education, and Minor in Indigenous Studies. Graduates can pursue careers in elementary school teaching, school administration, education development, and museum education.
Program Outline
Outline:
The Indigenous Educational Studies program at Brock University aims to prepare students for work in Indigenous communities or Indigenous teaching environments. Key features of this program include:
- Focus upon Indigenous learning preferences and cultural diversity
- Community-based curriculum model
- Facilitation by experienced Indigenous educators.
- Learning cohort model in a variety of locations
- Availability of Indigenous Education Studies courses on campus The program includes degree and certificate options:
- BEd in Indigenous Adult Education
- Certificate in Aboriginal Adult Education
- BEd in Primary/Junior (Aboriginal)
- Minor in Indigenous Studies
- Gidayaamin Indigenous Certificate Program
Careers:
Graduates can pursue opportunities in the following areas:
- Elementary school teaching
- School/community/cultural administration
- Education/curriculum development
- Academic advising
- Museum or gallery education
