CR A10.1
Comprehend and respond to a variety of visual, oral, print, and multimedia texts that address:
  • identity (e.g., Foundational Stories);
  • social responsibility (e.g., Destiny and Challenges of Life); and
  • social action (agency) (e.g., Human Existence).
Indicators for this outcome
(a)

View, listen to, read, and respond to First Nations and Métis resources and other texts that reflect diverse personal identities, worldviews, and backgrounds (e.g., appearance, culture, socio-economic status, ability, age, gender, language, social structures, and decision making).

(b)

Identify connections between self, texts, and culture.

(c)

Develop understanding and interpretations of a variety of texts by drawing upon personal experiences and prior knowledge of texts and language.

(d)

Comprehend key ideas and supporting details (both explicit and implicit), and determine their literal and implied meaning.

(e)

Identify and evaluate effectiveness of text organization and elements.

(f)

Respond thoughtfully and critically to text providing support from text to justify response.

(g)

Generate significant and thought-provoking questions about what is viewed, listened to, and read.

(h)

Respond personally and critically to individuals, events, and ideas presented in a variety of First Nations, Métis, and other Canadian and international texts.

(i)

Generate relevant questions about texts on issues related to identity, social responsibility, and social action (agency).

(j)

Discuss ways in which texts convey, challenge, or support and affirm individual and community values and behaviours.

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R053615
Deepening the Discussion: Gender and Sexual Diversity
This document will assist individuals and communities to engage in meaningful discussions and actions to respond to the experiences, perspectives and needs of students and families who are gender and/or sexually diverse (GSD). It will: assist school divisions, central office personnel, administrators, educators, First Nations and Métis organizations and community partners to develop a deeper understanding of gender and sexual diversity; assist in understanding the unique educational, health and safety needs of staff, students and their families who self-identify as gender and/or sexually diverse; provide practical strategies, suggestions and frequently asked questions to support schools and communities as they work with students to anticipate and overcome challenges related to transphobia, homophobia and heterosexism; acknowledge the shared responsibility of ensuring that all students who identify as gender and/or sexually diverse have the same opportunities for safety, socialization and success in schools; assist educators in planning curricular-based instruction and assessment to meet the unique needs of gender and/or sexually diverse students; and assist school divisions and First Nations and Métis organizations to fulfill their ethical and professional responsibilities to provide safe, equitable and inclusive learning environments for all students regardless of their actual or perceived differences.
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Record posted/updated: February 13, 2019