Indigenous Knowledges and Higher Education in Canada by Merli... - 9781487542900

Name: Indigenous Knowledges and Higher Education in Canada by Merli... - 9781487542900
Brand: University of Toronto Press

University of Toronto Press

Indigenous Knowledges and Higher Education in CanadaAuthor(s): Merli Tamtik\nFormat: Paperback\nPublisher: University of Toronto Press, Canada\nImprint: University of Toronto Press\nISBN-13: 9781487542900, 978-1487542900\nSynopsis\nIndigenous Knowledges and Higher Education in Canada explores the intricate relationship between Indigenous knowledges and the evolving landscape of higher education in Canada, revealing their profound influence in shaping institutional policies, practices, and cultures. Grounded in decolonial perspectives, the book addresses the persistent struggle within universities to confront ongoing colonialism and achieve systemic change.\n\n Focused on shifts in institutional governance, policy, teaching, research, innovation, and culture, the book draws on extensive document analysis and personal narratives of Indigenous individuals across various Canadian universities. Embracing a decolonial perspective, it underscores the resilience of Indigenous communities in .