Original Message:
Sent: 01-16-2023 11:10
From: Norma Gauthier
Subject: January 2023 Moodle Cohort
Norma Gauthier, Red Deer, AB
I signed up so I can learn more about my Metis Heritage
What is one question you would like to have answered about the Métis through this course?
- Is it true that there are no true Metis in the East?
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Norma Gauthier
No organization
Original Message:
Sent: 01-09-2023 17:33
From: Kathleen Caparro
Subject: January 2023 Moodle Cohort
Taanishi hello everyone! Welcome to the
RLI Métis Foundational Knowledge Themes Moodle Course
January 2023 Moodle Cohort!
We hope you are excited to begin (or continue) your learning journey about the Métis Nation.
Once the course begins on December 1, please log in to the MOODLE COURSE to ensure you have proper access to everything.
Each week, an RLI Education Team Member will post two questions (TRIVIA and REFLECTION) in this post.
RESPOND by clicking 'Reply' to
ONE QUESTION OR
BOTH QUESTIONS each week.
- All responses will be collected as entries in a draw for a printed set of the Métis Foundational Knowledge Themes (the draw will take place at the end of the month).
- You may respond to the questions at any time throughout the month; it does not have to be the same week that it was posted.
- In your post, please ensure you reference which question you're responding to (For example: Week 1 Trivia)
In a post below, please introduce yourself!
What is your name?
Where are you joining from?
Why did you sign up for the Moodle course?
What is one question you would like to have answered about the Métis through this course?
WEEK 1 TRIVIA:
Métis in Alberta have spoken four languages traditionally. Which one is missing?
Michif, French, English and ?
WEEK 1 REFLECTION:
"Michif language is the essence of the [Métis] culture. If you learn the language, you will learn who we are as a people."
- Vice-President Dan Cardinal
The languages spoken by Métis are inherently connected to Métis culture and identity. As you learn about the languages traditionally spoken by Métis, what do you learn about Métis identity and culture?
WEEK 2 TRIVIA:
The core Métis value of kinship, community, and networking is evident in which of the following traditions?
a) celebrations
b) sharing extra wild game
c) traditional house design
d) all the choices are correct
WEEK 2 REFLECTION:
"Without [their] culture, without that strong line from [their] forefathers, no [person] knows who [they] really [are]. If one does not know who [they are], [they] cannot possess pride or dignity for [themselves] or [their] people."
-Dr. Anne Anderson, Métis scholar and leader
Dr. Anne Anderson highlights the key relationship between a person's identity and their cultural heritage. Why would it be important to celebrate distinct Métis culture in an educational community?
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Kathleen Caparro
Rupertsland Institute
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