The Importance of Storytelling

Teacher is introduced to the importance of storytelling to Indigenous ways of knowing and being and the value of integrating Indigenous Knowledge into STEM teaching and learning.

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The Importance of Storytelling

Materials:

•Pgs. (69-71) of The Ways of Knowing Guide (Toronto Zoo) found here: https://rb.gy/peyho and in the Importance of Storytelling.pdf •Indigenous storytelling resource: https://rb.gy/jo02v
Instructions:
  • Teachers are introduced to the importance of storytelling by reading pgs. (69-71) of The Ways of Knowing Guide (Toronto Zoo) found here: https://rb.gy/peyho and in The Importance of Storytelling.pdf. The understanding gained from reading this section will inform the manner in which teachers introduce storytelling to their students.
  • Teachers may also wish to check out the following resource to learn more about the significance of storytelling to Indigenous cultures: https://rb.gy/jo02v