ONTARIO NATIVE LITERACY COALITION Quarterly Newsletter March 2017 She:kon Sewakwekon (Greetings everyone): Well we have finally wrapped up 2016-17 and moved into 2017-18 fiscal year! It is very exciting for ONLC to announce some very good news about the Ontario budget. The Ontario Native Literacy Coalition (ONLC) is delighted that the 2017 Ontario Budget provides greater opportunities for Ontarians to train and upgrade their skills and education. The introduction of the Ontario Lifelong Learning and Skills Plan represents a substantial new commitment to adult learners and workers in Ontario. ONLC congratulates Premier of Ontario Kathleen Wynne and Deputy Premier and Minister of Advanced Education and Skills Development Deb Matthews for their strong leadership in recognizing the value of literacy, numeracy, and digital skills as key elements in building a highly skilled workforce. ONLC looks forward to working with government staff on expanding and improving the Literacy and Basic Skills program and enhancing the broader adult education system to ensure the we address the increasing demand for accessible, good-quality, and innovative services. ONLC will also like to inform our membership on the exciting new initiatives for this fiscal year. ONLC has received a grant from New Horizons for Seniors to which we have sent out a request for participation from all our programs. Each program will be compensated for your participation in which ONLC hopes to develop a new learning material with your input. This project is entitled “Sharing their Words.” ONLC will also be developing a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math program this year with Indigenous knowledge imbedded into the material. ONLC will be seeking three pilot sites for this program. If you are interested, please send ONLC an email. The ONLC conference and AGM is fast approaching and is scheduled for June 15-17, 2017 at Brescia University College of Western University in London, ON. Once again this year the conference is being co-sponsored by Laubach Literacy Ontario. Preliminary planning has shown a positive response to the calls for presenters with several very interesting workshops scheduled. ONLC is very pleased to inform all, of the recent release of the 2016 LBS Program Evaluation report available on the EOPG. The report sheds a positive light on LBS programs throughout Ontario. There are also some key findings to which I am certain will insight changes within the provincial LBS programs. ONLC has not yet put a complete report together in response to this report but when it is completed, will send each of you a copy. I would like to once again request to all programs to send in your updates on key events at your centres to share with your colleagues. Through your sharing each of the programs can also grow. ONLC hopes all the new resources have arrived at each of your programs and can be used to further the successes of your students. So, from ONLC, good luck in 2017-18. If we can help in any way, please do not hesitate to contact us. In This Issue • Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM) in LBS • Featured Program • Program Changes and Welcome to New Practitioners • 2017 Conference & AGM June 15— 17 • Nominating Letter to Members 2017 • Ontario Native Literacy Coalition Resources • Updates from MAESD • Helpful Resources • Announcements & Events • Lets Speak Our Language Nia:wen tahnon Onen Michelle Davis Connect with Michelle through Click here to donate ONLC Effective Programming Leading to Success Quarterly Newsletter March 2017 Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM) in LBS Science Literacy plays an important role in our everyday living, whether we are aware of it or not. The way we process information and make decisions about our health and well-being, our environment around us, or global issues we are faced with, takes science literacy skills. Scientific literacy is the knowledge and understanding of scientific concepts and processes required for personal decision making, participation in civic and cultural affairs, and economic productivity". Science can be combined with technology, engineering and math, in some curriculum known as STEM, and has become increasingly important with the advancements in our world and how we live today. Science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) can be a great learning platform to build critical skills for learning how to research and problem-solve. Doing science develops the ability to ask questions, organize and test ideas, and apply what has been learned. SCIENCE IS ALL AROUND History and geography—understanding time periods in history and societies involves learning about scientific innovations and technology used during those periods. Art, dance and music—science allows us to understand how we hear music, how our bodies move with dance and how our eyes see art. Page 2 ONLC Effective Programming Leading to Success Quarterly Newsletter March 2017 SCIENCE DEVELOPS CAREER & JOB OPPORTUNITIES Literacy Skills: There is a huge variety of jobs Integrating science with other programs helps learners and careers available for people understand and link concepts across different subjects. who have STEM skills, these are Reading, writing and speaking are all essential to comprehend just a few: and communicate scientific issues and ideas Understanding the impact science has on our world and nurse, dentist, dental provides an opportunity to debate issues through written, oral hygienist, home care, or visual presentation biologist, researcher, etc.. Gives learners the opportunity to develop reading, writing and carpenter, architecture, etc. Numeracy Skills: Sorting and classifying, estimating and counting, measuring, oceanography, cartographer science Learners can gain knowledge of understanding and predicting how forces act on a structure, mathematics and design technology through data collection, measurement, Environmental— meteorologist, forestry, graphing, collecting data and analyzing are frequently used in The trades—construction, plumbing, electrical, communication skills with informational and non-fiction text. Health care fields—doctor, etc.. Technical—Computer programmer, Animator, etc. presentation and interpretation skills General and Technical Skills: Some fundamental skills involve in problem solving and decision making—observing, measuring, inferring, classifying, predicting and communication Learners build understanding and knowledge when formulating questions, planning, and conducting investigations. This helps develop their critical-thinking, reasoning and decision-making skills that will stay with them through out their lives. Learners can build technical skills by handling materials and equipment and performing experiments Reference: http://www.letstalkscience.ca/about-us/why-science.html Page 3 ONLC Effective Programming Leading to Success Quarterly Newsletter March 2017 Featured Program The Kitaamgwedaagwad Gindaaswin Adult Learning Centre offers literacy, numeracy and essential skills services to assist adult learners looking to achieve their goals of further education and training, employment or increased independence. The Kitaamgwedaagwad Gindaaswin Adult Learning Centre is located at Neyaashiinigmiing—Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation and serves the area of the South Bruce Peninsula. The Literacy and Basic Skills Program primarily serves adult learners wanting to improve their literacy and numeracy skills to achieve their goals of gaining employment, apprenticeship, secondary school credit, post-secondary education or independence. The Literacy and Basic Skills Program is a free program which offers confidential services. Program can assist with essential skills: Program Features: • • • • • • • • Digital Technology Find and use Information Numeracy Goal Setting Critical Thinking • • • Learning Choices: Online secondary school course credit • Anishinaabemowin classes • Supporting learners through Service Coordination and Referrals • ACE program Reading circles Social Media online courses Interested individuals can contact: Gillian Keays, Adult Learning Centre Coordinator and Supervisor Phone: 519-534-5092 Email: [email protected] On-line: e-channel and other learning sites One-to-one Small group The Kitaamgwedaagwad Gindaaswin Adult Learning Centre is a non profit organization funded by the Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills Development (MAESD) Address: 67 Community Centre Rd. Neyaashiinigmiing, ON N0H 2T0 Hours of operation: Tue-Thur.: 9:00am—4:00 pm Fri.: 9:00am—1:00 pm Website: www.nawash.ca/adult-learning-centre/ Program Changes and Welcome to New Practitioners A few of our practitioner colleges have decided to pursue new adventures and have left their literacy centers. ONLC wishes great success and happiness to all of those who have left us to pursue new adventures. Welcome to all new practitioners Hamilton Native Learning Centre— Latiy^tehta? As Literacy Program— Previous practitioner: Aili Childs Previous practitioner: Darlene Elm Current practitioner: Alisha Thomas-Hill Current practitioner: Ebony Wilkins If you have any questions or would like to know how ONLC can assist you, please feel free to contact: Michelle Davis at: [email protected] Page 4 ONLC Effective Programming Leading to Success Quarterly Newsletter March 2017 2017 Conference & AGM June 15—17 Save Ontario Native Literacy Coalition and Laubach Literacy Ontario are partnering once again for the 2017 Conference. The Location: Brescia University College (which is affiliated with Western University), London Ontario Date Date: Thursday, June 15th until Saturday June 17th, 2017 View the venue: http://brescia.uwo.ca/conference/ Conference Registration— Forms available at: www.onlc.ca/conference and www.laubach-on.ca/conference/ Final registration deadline—if requiring accommodation: May 26, 2017. **No refunds will be issued after this date.** Final registration deadline—if no accommodation is needed: June 2, 2017. Print registration form, fill in information and send along with payment to: Laubach Literacy Ontario 65 Noecher Street, #8A Waterloo, ON N2J 2R6 For more information and to view the full LLO/ONLC Conference Brochure at : www.onlc/conference or www.laubach-on.ca/conference/ View the Presenters List at: www.onlc.ca/conference or www.laubach-on.ca/ Choose from a wide variety of Conference workshops offered: • Anytime ESL—Bring online learning ESL students in Ontario • Getting Techy—Integrating Technology to tackle reading and writing challenges (part 1 & 2) • Mental Health/Illness Awareness: A Required Life Skill • Training and Working with Volunteers • Tough Questions: How Reframing Goal-setting form a “what?” to a “why?” Activity can Retain and Engage Learners • Aboriginal Education: Learning Strategies & \Traditional Teaching Techniques • Get in the Game: How to use gaming motivation in the • • • • • • • classroom Story Writing Issues in ESL Literacy Yes I can: A mental health guide for adult literacy facilitators From Abacus to Zimbardo, Volume 1 The Secrets of Social Butterflies—20 Surprisingly Simple Strategies for Social Media Marketing and Digital Outreach How to Become Learning Enabled Introducing Literacy Uplift App • • • • • • • • • • • • • Building Bridges Through Storytelling Bridging Indigenous Philosophy in Education Hello, is anyone out there? Using Facebook and other social media to connect with others Implementing Writing Across the Curriculum (WAC) through a marginalized Creative Writing Class Creating New Writers—Story telling (part 1 & 2) Assess your Board: Top 10 Indicators of Strong Board Governance Lessons Learned: How literacy programs use Google Apps and Chromebooks in their practice The OALCF Giving Feedback to Adult Learners Money Matters for Indigenous Peoples: Spending Plans and Budgeting Putting Your Best Foot Forward Truth & Reconciliation: Calls to Action & the Education of Aboriginal Peoples Page 5 ONLC Effective Programming Leading to Success Quarterly Newsletter March 2017 ONLC Board of Director Announcements Nominating Letter to Members 2017 April 2017 To All ONLC Members and Associate Members: The Board of Directors would like to invite members and Associate Members to join the ONLC Board of Directors. At this time Board consists of the Chief Governing Officer (CGO), Bonnie Jane Maracle; Vice- Chief Governing Officer (V-CGO), Sherry Babiwash; Treasurer, Marie Belliveau; Secretary, Charity Beland; Director, Sarah Stocker. This is a unique opportunity to learn how your Support Organization works and to be an important part of the governance of ONLC. We use teleconference or other means to meet and lessen the amount of travel you would have to do, since we now meet only four (4) times a year, twice in person. If you are interested in joining the ONLC Board of Directors, please contact Charity Beland at the address below. Please send a resume and a letter explaining why you are interested in joining the ONLC Board of Directors. We will hold nominations at the upcoming Annual General Meeting, in June 2017; we will also include nominations from the floor. We look forward to working with all of the Members and Associate Members for the future of our learners and communities. Yours Sincerely, Charity Beland Secretary ONLC Board of Directors [email protected] 289-668-8272 Fax: 519-445-1901 Page 6 ONLC Effective Programming Leading to Success Quarterly Newsletter March 2017 Ontario Native Literacy Coalition Resources New Resources Adding to the Daughters, Sisters, Mothers & Wives edu-kits are 5 booklets Completing the Haudenosuanee series Completing the A new series– are 2 booklets: Anishnaabe series: Cree Reader and Language Workbook: Seneca Language Onondaga Language Workbook Anishnaabe North Language Workbook A Cree Reader A Cree Language Workbook All new ONLC resources will be available at www.onlc.ca in the near future Traditional Knowledge and Skills as a Business: Service Providers Resource Guide This resource guide accompanies the Traditional Knowledge and Skills as a Business and includes : • Task based activities • Targeted learner program resources Native Child Development Worker Pre-Pre-Apprenticeship This targeted learning course package has been developed for service delivery agencies to have new knowledge or increase the awareness about useful resources that support learners in their achievement of goals in this apprenticeship area Ontario Native Literacy Coalition Indigenized Assessment Tool This resource has been developed as a Native specific assessment tool assessment for LBS and other employment related programs to utilize with Indigenous clients. ONLC offers a variety of resources that have been developed over the years, from teachers guides to student workbooks, Task Based Activities and on-line moodles. If you wish to order print copies, please contact ONLC at 519-445-1539 View resources at: http://onlc.ca/main-resources/ All resources are available as a free download. View Task Based Activities at: http://onlc.ca/tasks/ All tasks are available as a free download View moodles at: http://moodle.onlc.ca/ Page 7 ONLC Effective Programming Leading to Success Quarterly Newsletter March 2017 Updates from MAESD April 2017—Evaluation of the Literacy and Basic Skills (LBS) Program - Final Report In late 2015 the Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills Development (MAESD) hired an independent consulting firm, Cathexis Consulting Inc., to undertake an evaluation of the Literacy and Basic Skills program (LBS). Since 2012, MAESD has introduced a number of significant changes to LBS, in particular: the implementation of the Ontario Adult Literacy Curriculum Framework (OALCF) and the LBS performance management framework, as well as further development of the distance learning component. The evaluation sought to understand the impact of these changes on the delivery of LBS and on participant outcomes. Please Read the Report at: http://www.tcu.gov.on.ca/eng/eopg/publications/lbs-eval-report-2016-en.pdf Executive Summary Evaluation of Ontario’s LBS Program: http://www.tcu.gov.on.ca/eng/eopg/publications/lbs-exec-summary-report-2016-en.pdf March 7, 2017—Revised LBS guidelines for service providers and support organizations The LBS Service Provider and Service Organization Guidelines have been updated : • Include updates in Service Coordination referral options; and • Reflect the change in terminology from “Aboriginal” to “Indigenous”. To read this memo got to: http://www.tcu.gov.on.ca/eng/eopg/publications/lbs-memo-ep-guidelines-en.pdf The revised LBS guidelines can be downloaded from: http://www.tcu.gov.on.ca/eng/eopg/programs/lbs_administration.html Support Organization Guideline: http://www.tcu.gov.on.ca/eng/eopg/publications/lbs_support_organization_guidelines.pdf Service Provider Guideline: http://www.tcu.gov.on.ca/eng/eopg/publications/lbs_service_provider_guidelines.pdf MAESD Helpful Resources and Links • EOIS CaMS Service Provider User Guide—This document consists of 12 chapters and provides step-by-step instructions to guide you through EOIS CaMS. To access this user guide Click on: http://www.tcu.gov.on.ca/eng/eopg/ eotransformation/eois_day1.html • Literacy and Basic Skills (LBS) updates—Click the following link for current LBS updates and links to other LBS resources. http://www.tcu.gov.on.ca/eng/eopg/programs/lbs_updates.html • Quarterly Status and Adjustment Report (QSAR) - Submitted quarterly, the QSAR is a mandatory tool used by all LBS service providers and support organizations. The purpose of the QSAR is to regularly report and provide feedback on performance commitments, deliverable achievements, and budget management for each funded LBS organization. The QSAR Template contains instructions, fields to be completed and submission deadlines. Templates for Service Delivery Organizations and Support Organizations can be found at: http://www.tcu.gov.on.ca/eng/ eopg/programs/lbs_performance_management.html Reminder—check frequently for Literacy and Basic Skills updates and links at: http://www.tcu.gov.on.ca/eng/eopg/programs/lbs_updates.html Page 8 ONLC Effective Programming Leading to Success Quarterly Newsletter March 2017 Helpful Resources Spring 2017 Course Catalogue Registration is now open for the Spring term at Good Learning Anywhere Live Classes Independent Study Short Courses To register go to: http://goodlearninganywhere/register Good Learning Anywhere Sharing Circle: http://goodlearninganywhere.com/sharingcircles/ e-Channel Podcasts The e-Channel organizations would like to share links to the e-Channel podcast series. All of the podcasts available under the Podcasts header at: http://e-channel.ca/student-resources . Links to individual podcasts: e-Channel Podcasts Introduction - https://youtu.be/9Afj0RmQE18 e-Channel Good Learning Anywhere Podcast - https://youtu.be/nmHELMmMXAg e-Channel ACE Distance Podcast - https://youtu.be/ACD0D5nEkcQ e-Channel Deaf Learn Now Podcast - https://youtu.be/L5ZJCEdHhMc e-Channel Sefad Podcast - https://youtu.be/545mJp9wdaQ e-Channel the LearningHUB Podcast - https://youtu.be/t52dXZqIGVA e-Channel—spring/summer course catalogue now available http://e-channel.ca/students Page 9 ONLC Effective Programming Leading to Success Quarterly Newsletter March 2017 Announcements & Events Webinars you may be interested in attending Tech Tuesday Webinar: Supporting Learners with Online Assessments and Digital Tools Tuesday, May 9th, 2017 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. EST This webinar introduces a lesson plan that contextualizes survey and assessment scenarios as learning activities to support learners in building selfefficacy to complete these independently. To register for this webinar please use the following link: https:// attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4470528897636755970 Tech Tuesday Webinar: Creating Digital Learner Surveys Using Google Forms Tuesday, June 13, 2017 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. EST Join guest presenter Charlotte Parliament, Literacy and Essential Skills Program Coordinator at Simcoe County District School Board, and AlphaPlus Technology Consultant Monika Jankowska-Pacyna to talk about how they built, shared and now collect learner satisfaction survey data using Google Forms. ABC Life Literacy Canada: Money Matters Webinar Tuesday, May 16, 2017 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. EST Learn about ABC Life Literacy Canada’s free introductory financial literacy programs for increasing your students’ confidence in managing money. The program has been adapted for three communities: adult learners, Newcomer and New Canadians, and Indigenous communities. To register for this webinar please use the following link: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/ register/3717586633359545091 To register for this webinar, please use the following link: https:// attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7495450312394330883 World Indigenous Conference on Education Toronto: July 24th - July 29th, 2017 Six Nations Polytechnic and TAP Resources are excited to host the World Indigenous Peoples Conference on Education - the most prestigious Indigenous education event the world has to offer! For conference information and to how to register, please go to: http://www.wipce2017.com/ home.html At WIPCE you can expect to see presentations from Indigenous peoples of Australia, Africa, Hawaii, Norway, Nicaragua, New Zealand, Mexico, Taiwan, Indonesia, and many more countries! International Literacy Day—September 8, 2017 This year marks the 50th anniversary of International Literacy Day and UNESCO is celebrating it under the banner “Reading the Past, Writing the Future”. International Literacy Day 2016 celebrates and honours the past five decades of national and international engagement, efforts and progress made to increase literacy rates around the world. It also addresses current challenges and looks to innovative solutions to further boost literacy in the future. For more in information about UNESCO and International Literacy Day, go to: http://www.unesco.org/new/en/unesco/events/prizes-and-celebrations/celebrations/ international-days/literacy-day/ Page 10 ONLC Effective Programming Leading to Success Quarterly Newsletter March 2017 Lets Speak Our Language Rainbow Anishinaabe Oneida Nagweyaab ‘yónhyaleˀ Cree Pîsimoyâpiy Mohawk ió'nhiote' How the Rainbow Was Made A Creation Tale from the Ojibwe Nation retold by S. E. Schlosser One day when the earth was new, Nanabozho looked out the window of his house beside the wide waterfall and realized that all of the flowers in his meadow were exactly the same off-white color. How boring! He decided to make a change, so he gathered up his paints and his paintbrushes and went out to the meadow. Nanabozho sat down in the tall grass and arranged his red and orange and yellow and green and blue and violet paint pots next to him. Then he began to paint the flowers in his meadow in many different colors. He painted the violets dark blue and the tiger lilies orange with brown dots. He made the roses red and pink and purple. He painted the pansies in every color combination he could think of. Then he painted every single daffodil bright yellow. Nanabozho hummed happily to himself as he worked in the brilliant daylight provided by Brother Sun. Overhead, two little bluebirds were playing games with each other. The first little bluebird would chase his friend across the meadow one way. Then they would turn around and the second bluebird would chase him back the other way. Zippity-zip went the first bluebird as he raced across the sky. Zappity-zing went the second bluebird as he chased him in the brilliant sunshine. Occasionally, Nanabozho would shade his eyes and look up…up into the endless blue sky to watch the two little birds playing. Then he went back to work, painting yellow centers in the white daisies. Above him, the two birds decided to see how fast they could dive down to the green fields below them. The first bluebird sailed down and down, and then pulled himself up sharply just before he touched the ground. As he soared passed Nanabozho, his right wing dipped into the red paint pot. When the second bluebird dove toward the grass, his left wing grazed the orange paint pot. Nanabozho scolded the two birds, but they kept up their game, diving down toward the grass where he sat painting and then flying back up into the sky. Soon their feet and feathers were covered with paint of all colors. Finally Nanabozho stood up and waved his arms to shoo the birds away. Reluctantly, the bluebirds flew away from Nanabozho and his paint pots, looking for another game to play. They started chasing each other again, sailing this way and that over top of the giant waterfall that stood next to Nanabozho's house. Zippity-zip, the first bluebird flew through the misty spray of the waterfall. The first bluebird left a long red paint streak against the sky. Zappity-zing, the second bluebird chased his friend through the mist, leaving an orange paint streak. Then the birds turned to go back the other way. This time, the first bluebird left a yellow paint streak and the second left a pretty blue-violet paint streak. As they raced back and forth, the colors grew more vivid. When Brother Sun shone on the colors, they sparkled radiantly through the mist of the waterfall. Below them, Nanabozho looked up in delight when the brilliant colors spilled over his meadow. A gorgeous arch of red and orange and yellow and green and blue and violet shimmered in the sky above the waterfall. Nanabozho smiled at the funny little bluebirds and said: "You have made a rainbow!" Nanabozho was so pleased that he left the rainbow permanently floating above his waterfall, its colors shimmering in the sunshine and the misting water. From that day to this, whenever Brother Sun shines his light on the rain or the mist, a beautiful rainbow forms. It is a reflection of the mighty rainbow that still stands over the waterfall at Nanabozho's house. Reference: http://americanfolklore.net/folklore/2012/10/how_the_rainbow_was_made.html Page 11 ONLC Effective Programming Leading to Success Quarterly Newsletter March 2017 ONLC Annual Ontario Native Literacy Coalition P.O. Box 550 16 Sunrise Court, Suite 407 Ohsweken, ON N0A 1M0 Membership Application Name: Organization: Phone: (519 )445-1539 Fax: (519) 445–1901 Address: Toll Free: 1-855-368-3072 Or email us at: [email protected] Visit us on the web at www.onlc.ca ONLC is a registered charity and we welcome donations offering a charitable receipt ONLC Social Networking Connections www.onlc.ca Facebook Twitter Become a Member of ONLC Phone: Fax: Email: Website: Type of Membership: Qty. Individual Membership $25.00 Qty. Organization Membership $50.00 Payment Type: Benefits of Membership: (Payable to Ontario Native Literacy Coalition) • Members in good standing may be elected to the Board of Directors Amt. Cheque • Attend and vote at the Annual General Meeting Amt. Money Order • Receive regular updates about Native Literacy issues and news Amt. Cash • Receive notification of all upcoming events and planned training sessions Donations: • Receive a discount on all ONLC sponsored events • You are contributing to and supporting the Native Literacy movement and learners If you would like to or know someone who would like to become a member, please fill in the application Ontario Native Literacy Coalition P.O. Box 550 and mail to: 16 Sunset Court, Suite 407 Ohsweken, ON N0A 1M0 I would like to contribute to the work of ONLC by making a donation of $ ____________ Yes No Charitable Receipt Requested Ontario Native Literacy Coalition welcomes and respects the interest of its membership to become involved with the overall operations of the organization through either involvement on the Board of Directors, Committees or Special Projects. If you have experience or skills that you feel would be beneficial to ONLC please forward your information via email or fax to the Executive Director at [email protected] ONLC receives core funding from the Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills Development Page 12
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