Culture

As Canada becomes an increasingly multicultural society, it is essential to understand the role culture plays in our learning systems.

Related CCL Reports & Data

    Mapping LiteracyMapping Literacy

    CCL has recently unveiled a series of interactive maps that monitor literacy scores and levels for provinces, regions and more than 50,000 neighbourhoods across Canada.

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    Reports
    Toward training: the meanings and practices of social change in the arts
    This study on the meanings and practices of social change work in the arts was initiated by Judith Marcuse Projects in Vancouver, Canada, to provide a foundation for the development of teaching and training activities at a new International Centre for Art and Social Change. (November 10, 2006)
    Lessons in Learning

    Lessons in Learning Lessons in Learning is published to provide Canadians with independent information about 'what works' in learning. Read articles related to culture in Canada.
    Holistic lifelong learning models
    First NationsFirst Nations
    For First Nations people, the purpose of learning is to honour and protect the earth and ensure the long-term sustainability of life. To illustrate the organic and self-regenerative nature of First Nations learning, the holistic lifelong learning model uses a stylistic graphic of a living tree. Find out more »
    MétisMétis
    The Métis understand learning in the context of the “Sacred Act of Living a Good Life,” a perspective that incorporates learning experienced in the physical world and acquired by “doing,” and a distinct form of knowledge―sacred laws governing relationships within the community and the world at large―that comes from the Creator. Find out more »
    InuitInuit
    The Inuit Holistic Lifelong Learning Model     uses a stylistic graphic of an Inuit blanket toss (a game often played at Inuit celebrations) and a circular path (the “Journey of Lifelong Learning") to portray the Inuit learning journey and its connection to community well-being. The model is available in Inuktitut and English. Find out more »
    Profiles in Learning

    Profiles in Learning is CCL’s ongoing series of feature articles exploring the unique lives and learning experiences of eminent Canadians.
    Eleanor Wachtel

    Eleanor Wachtel
    Research on the Radio, July 22, 2009

    		 Measha BrueggergosmanA voice for the arts
    Measha Brueggergosman’s devotion to arts and education, January 14, 2009
    Buffy Sainte-MarieBeyond protest
    Buffy Sainte-Marie's other career as an e-learning pioneer, November 13, 2008
    		Gregory CharlesGregory Charles
    Enjoying the benefits of lifelong learning, July 31, 2008
    Shelagh RogersSounds like Shelagh
    The lifelong learning journey of Shelagh Rogers, May 1, 2008    		 Julie PayetteKeeping her feet on the ground
    How Julie Payette manages her life and career January 10, 2008
    Other pertinent links

Profiles in Learning is CCL’s ongoing series of feature articles exploring the unique lives and learning experiences of eminent Canadians.

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