Aboriginal Multi-Media Society
Curriculum Standards
Integrating Aboriginal Perspective into Curricula Document - Traditional knowledge, histories, values and cultures of Aboriginal peoples will be included in the classroom. - Demonstrate awareness that there are a large number of Internet sites containing information about Aboriginal peoples, cultures, and issues. - Evaluate the appropriateness of the portrayal of Aboriginal peoples in various media forms. English Language Arts 5.2.3 - Examine ways in which languages and texts express and shape the perceptions of people and diverse communities. How to Access This Resource
The Aboriginal Multi-Media Society has a comprehensive website that provides links to all of their projects and networks at http://www.ammsa.com. To subscribe to Windspeaker, a monthly magazine featuring Aboriginal news, issues and culture, visit their subscription page. Find them on Facebook or follow their work on Twitter. |
Classroom Use
"The Aboriginal Multi-Media Society is an independent Aboriginal communications organization committed to facilitating the exchange of information reflecting Aboriginal culture to a growing and diverse audience." The Aboriginal Multi-Media Society website can be used to find Aboriginal-created content that can be used in the classroom. This includes: - Newspapers - Radio Channels - Videos - Documentaries - Books - Projects - and more Teachers could use this website to find resources for their classroom or students could use this website independently when looking for resources during any number of research projects. |