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The Effects Upon Students Of Supplementing Aboriginal Post-Secondary Transition Programs With Traditional Cultural Activities, Karen Favell
The Effects Upon Students Of Supplementing Aboriginal Post-Secondary Transition Programs With Traditional Cultural Activities, Karen Favell
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THE EFFECTS UPON STUDENTS OF SUPPLEMENTING ABORIGINAL POST-SECONDARY TRANSITION PROGRAMS WITH TRADITIONAL CULTURAL ACTIVITIES
Karen Favell
Department of Education
University of Western Ontario
ABSTRACT
This study investigates Aboriginal student experiences in an Aboriginal transition program that was co-developed by the student-participants. Data was collected from participants in the study through a focus group, journals, and surveys. The results show that adding Aboriginal cultural activities to the curriculum improved the experience of students in the transition program. Students felt that their contributions were important and valued, that they learned more about their traditional culture, and that their contributions enhanced their experience …