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Knowledge and learning are in a stage of transformation and upheavals so momentous that some people claim we are in the throes of a learning revolution, created by new information and communication technologies and associated with a change in knowledge systems and patterns. This theme explores the nature of technology in aboriginal learning, its issues and promising practices and how aboriginal learning can be enriched with technology.
Lead: The Genesis Group (John Simpson) The Genesis Group is the lead organization responsible for the Technology & Learning Bundle. The Genesis Group has been incorporated in Yellowknife since 1996 and is a Division of the Northern Learning Institute NWT Inc., which is 100% Aboriginally owned by Nunasi Corporation.
Genesis’ main areas of expertise are development and delivery of training programs, research, evaluation and assessment, writing and curriculum development. A key corporate objective of Genesis is to assist Aboriginal Northerners enhance their lives through education and training advancement.
Genesis’ expertise provides a unique fit with the work plan and research questions proposed in Animation Theme Bundle Six: Technology & Learning as we have experience in both aboriginal education & training and technology development for the purpose of aboriginal education & training. Most recently, Genesis has completed an Interactive Apprenticeship Study Project – Aboriginal Theme that resulted in an innovative online interactive learning and support system that will improve the educational opportunities of Aboriginal Canadians and assist them into successful trade’s careers.
Mr. John Simpson, as principal for this project has over twenty-five years of experience providing educational and training services throughout the Northwest Territories. His experience is supported by a Masters Degree in Community Leadership and a Bachelor’s Degree in Native Studies. John has Northern community experience as a teacher, principal, school board member, adult educator and general manager. As the former Director of Policy and Programs for Aurora College, John has significant experience in research, policy and program development, evaluation and report development.
Contact Information: Genesis Group
John Simpson A Nunasi Corporation Subsidiary, #17 Panda II Centre, 4915 48 Street Yellowknife, NT X1A 3S4 Ph.: 867-873-3456 Email: jsimpson@genesisgroup.ca
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