Home-School Activities from NFB Education (Week 13)
NFB Education celebrates National Indigenous Peoples Day with a selection of films perfect for the entire family. Happy viewing.
Education
Our educational offerings are in the spotlight here. These posts highlight the educational potential of our film collection, as well as specific ways in which our films can be used in the classroom and beyond.
Indigenous Resistance and Culture: Four Films Depicting the First Nations Struggle for Survival and Identity
The films discussed in these blogs can help viewers rethink Canada’s relationship to First Nations peoples, who struggle to defend the rights they’ve won through the courts and/or treaties.
Kanehsatake: 270 Years of Resistance | Canada’s History of Resistance to Indigenous Land Claims
Alanis Obomsawin’s 1993 feature documentary Kanehsatake: 270 Years of Resistance tackles the issue of Indigenous land claims.
Freedom Road | The Power of Indigenous Activism and Community Involvement
The five-part Freedom Road (2019) documentary series reveals the key role of community engagement and activism within the First Nations.
Six Miles Deep | The Important Role of Women in First Nations Communities
Sara Roque’s 2009 documentary, Six Miles Deep, reveals the important role women play in First Nations communities.
Is the Crown at War with Us? | Indigenous Solidarity and Responsibility Towards Future Generations
Alanis Obomsawin’s 2002 documentary, Is the Crown at War with Us?, highlights the responsibilities of today’s communities towards future generations.
Home-School Activities from NFB Education (Week 12)
This week, the NFB Education team marked World Oceans Day with a selection of content from Ocean School, our groundbreaking, immersive learning experience designed to spark interest in ocean science and advance ocean literacy.
Engaging Students Remotely with CAMPUS
Since the COVID-19 crisis began in March, teachers have had to be extremely creative to find ways of engaging students. The crisis has been the perfect time to explore all the features of the CAMPUS platform. Come check it out!
Mini-Lesson for Space School – Astrogeology
This mini-lesson on Space School provides teachers with activities and questions to lead discussions on astrogeology for students aged 12-14.
Home-School Activities from NFB Education (Week 11)
Now more than ever is the time to consider the realities and history of Black-Canadian communities. Watch, discover, and learn alongside your students with a selection of educational resources from the NFB’s collection.
Teaching Gender Identity in the Classroom Part 2
Educators can use these two NFB films to discuss gender identity in classes such as history, media studies, civics, and English.
New on NFB Education – June 2020
Did you know that NFB Education updates its films, playlists, and educational offers every week? Here's everything new on NFB Education this June!