Indigenous Educational Developer, Indigenous Teaching and Learning

Environmental Research Philosophy or Environmental Ethos?

My work intersects deeply with the human and more-than-human environment, emphasizing the profound connections between Indigenous knowledge systems and sustainability. Through the principles of Indigenization, my teaching and curriculum development support the movement towards a more inclusive and sustainable future, integrating traditional ecological knowledge and contemporary environmental practices. This approach not only fosters a greater understanding and respect for Indigenous cultures but also promotes a holistic view of environmental stewardship that benefits all communities.

Laura Grizzlypaws

Link(s) to Faculty Personal and/or TRU Research Pages

Indigenous Education

Learning from the Land

Grizzlypaws

Approaches and Methodologies Used

Due to its broad, framework-like nature, radical relationism utilizes a wide variety of approaches and methodologies. The following examples are just a few types of methodologies that have been used to explore this concept.

Indigenous Knowledge

Storytelling

Indigenous Artmaking

Qualitative Methods

Scholarship of Teaching and Learning

Learning from the Land Retreat

Interactive Hands-on Activities

Observational

Group and Individual Activities

Holistic

Interdisciplinary Ideas

Work

My research centres on the concept of learning from the land and explores how we can indigenize and decolonize educational practices to strengthen and build resilience for Indigenous peoples. This involves examining how traditional ecological knowledge and land-based learning contribute to language revitalization and maintenance, which are critical for preserving cultural heritage. Additionally, my work investigates how these practices support environmental sustainability by fostering a deep, reciprocal relationship with the natural world. By integrating Indigenous perspectives with contemporary educational methods, we can create a more inclusive and holistic approach to learning that benefits both Indigenous communities and the broader society.

Current Collaborators

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Community Partnerships

Secwépemc’ulucw

St’át’imc

Nlaka’pamux

Nuxalk

Tŝilhqot’in

Dakelh

Syilx peoples

Other

My work also involves facilitating workshops and retreats that immerse participants in Indigenous ways of knowing through direct engagement with the land, fostering cultural competency and a deeper appreciation for Indigenous perspectives on environmental stewardship.

Contact/Conversation Box

Laura Grizzlypaws
Email: lgrizzlypaws@tru.ca
Centre for Excellence in Learning and Teaching
HL 226 | 250-371-5664

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