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Early Learning Framework and the Indigenous Early Learning Framework

The Indigenous Early Learning Framework (p.6) is a guide of developed principles and goals co-developed by Indigenous governance groups and the Government of Canada. They offer nine guiding principles that recognize the need to include an Indigenous perspective in ELCC programs. 

We are encouraged to see all children as gifts.

  • “Indigenous knowledge, Languages and Cultures - Thinking about culture, language & knowledge”.
  • “First Nations, Inuit and Metis Determination - Distinct people with rights and delivery of their own ELC systems”
  • “Quality Program and Services - Wellness is led by the people in the culture”. 
  • “Child and Family Centred - Family programs and supportive services”
  • “Inclusive- Wide range of support that covers all diverse community members”.
  • “Flexible and Adaptable - Respond and are flexible to all children’s needs.
  • “Accessible - All are able to access services and programs”.
  • “Transparent and Accountable - Funding is accountable and ethical” 
  • “Respect, Collaboration and Partnerships- Leading the way through partnerships to fulfil all needs.”  

The Early Learning Framework looks at education where children are the centre of their own learning. This engaging document looks at the collaborative process between children, families and educators through stories. This newly revised document explores curriculum and competencies through a lens of strength-based practice. The framework encourages educators to see children as having strengths as opposed to deficits. 

Read or skim the Early Learning Framework (ELF)and Indigenous Principles of Learning (p. 6 -7). 

Consider:

  • What image of the child do they have?
  • How does this influence your viewpoint of inclusion?

References

British Columbia Ministry of Education. (2019). British Columbia early learning framework. Ministry of Education, Ministry of Health, Ministry of Children and Family Development, & Early Advisory Group. https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/education-training/early-learning/teach/early-learning-framework 

Government of Canada. (2018). Indigenous Early Learning and Child Care Framework. Employment and Social Development Canada. https://www.canada.ca/content/dam/canada/employment-social-development/programs/indigenous-early-learning/1352-IELCC_Report-EN.pdf 

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