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First Nations and Aboriginal People of the Pacific Northwest Coast of BC

Historical Perspectives

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Aboriginal People and the Legacy of their Culture
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Teacher and this project
Students and this project

Aboriginal peoples of the region

Maps of Pacific Northwest Coast
Hunting and fishing
Technology and tools
Travel on the sea

Hunting and gathering
Shelter and clothing
Travel on the land
Villages and families
Potlatch
Art, drama, music and games
Trade and warfare

This is a project set in a "technologically enhanced environment" which integrates curriculum with online resources.
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Introduction to the Project

You can examine the environment of the historical First Nations and Aboriginal peoples.

at http://www.amnh.org/Exhibition/Expedition/Treasures/Haida_Canoe/canoe.html

You can examine First Nations and Aboriginal peoples relationship with the sea and how they were able to hunt, fish and move about on the sea.

You can examine First Nations and Aboriginal peoples relationship with the land.
\\Haida Canoe form the American Museum of Natural History

You need to review the Introduction to decide on the format for the project.

You can identify and compare different cultural aspects of various First Nations and Aboriginal peoples of the Pacific Northwest Coast
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An examination of the investigations as set out in this web site.
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Teacher and this project
It is acknowledged that this site needs to be delivered under the direction of the teacher, particularly the page on "the Environment". Skills and vocabulary such as longitude, latitude, continents and physical features are concepts that students require guided instruction to accomplish. The remaining pages can be delivered as independent research or resource assignments.

Following is a partial list of current curriculum values that are addressed throughout. These elements can be used together or independently to address curriculum goals. The site was designed to be accessed in its entirety, but all pages can stand alone to address specific goals.

This site focuses upon three aspects of social studies goals with regard to First Nations of the Pacific Northwest Coast:

  • environment
  • society and culture
  • economy and technology.

An area that is not addressed is the historical and contemporary political component of First Nations. As an extension to compliment the site, it may be worthwhile to investigate a timeline of historical contact. The NISGA'A TIMELINE is provided from the Nisga's Treaty, and is of interest when addressing this curricular goal. The interaction with explorers is also not extensively developed. I suggest investigating the sites listed in the "Web resources" page for additional links.

It is encouraged that other aspects of curriculum goals be approached in similar or alternate modes as most but not all learners are comfortable using technology. It is a focus of this site to address the issue of student use with technology by integrating it with curriculum. Many of the sites listed in the "Web resources" page include links to other First Nations groups. The richness of the cultures and the political processes of contemporary issues are addressed in many of these sites.
Processes to consider by students and teachers will be:
  1. the manner that the investigation is to be carried out; by individuals, partners or small groups
  2. the way that the collected information is presented
    • in the form of question and answer, or as a research project to be developed as:
      • a word processor or Power Point document
      • an html site
      • a hyperstudio project
      • any other format that the teacher and student feel is relevant.
Evaluation of the project or students work:
  1. needs to develop with consideration for the format of the response project
  2. should consider:
    • language skills such as spelling, sentence structure and editing
    • use of resources from the site, from external internet sources or any other source
    • organization and presentation of the final project
    • when used collaboratively, marks could be given for the process of sharing resources, developing a plan, and working together.
Fundamentals of online project delivery are:
  1. that technology be used as an integral part of curriculum delivery
  2. that resources are available outside the "building" of the school site and specifically to be found and investigated online
  3. that presentation is developed by using one of several computer based applications
  4. that access is not limited by site or use but can be used at school, at home or wherever or whenever an online connection is available.
S.S. Curriculum Goals (a partial list embedded into this site). For additional goals go to the BC INTEGRATED RESOURCE PACKAGE 1998 at Appendix A - Grade 4 at http://www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/ssk7/apa4.htm

Environment

Students learn geographic skills and apply them to enhance their understanding of natural environments and relationships between people and natural systems.

They explore the influence of physical geography and apply their understanding

Environment: It is expected that students will:

  • demonstrate understanding of Aboriginal peoples relationship with the land and natural resources
  • demonstrate awareness of Aboriginal place names and where the people lived
  • identify and compare physical environments and cultures of various BC Aboriginal groups
  • analyze how people interact with their environment.

KWAKWAKA'WA KW House Post

Kwikwasutinexw Gwa'yasdam's, Gilford Island
Raven taken from Northwest Coast Indian Resources http://artemis.simmons.edu/~bridger/nwcoast/nwart.html

Society and Culture

Students learn about similarities and differences within and across cultures over time. They also examine the organization and evolution of societies.

Society and Culture: It is expected that students will:

  • describe how peoples basic needs are met in a variety of cultures
  • demonstrate awareness and appreciation of various Aboriginal cultures.

Economy and Technology

Students are given opportunities to develop an understanding of basic economic concepts and systems. They also explore the impact of technological innovation on individuals, society, and the environment

Economy and Technology: It is expected that students will:

  • describe traditional technology used by Aboriginal people

HAIDA Memorial Poles

Sgangwaii'llnagaay, Haida Gwaii

prepared by S. Anaka sanaka@mail.sd91.bc.ca This project is to be used with the Grade 4/5 S.S. curriculum for anyone interested in S.S.