To further support the implementation of English First Peoples (EFP) 10, 11, and 12 courses in BC classrooms, FNESC is revising and updating the FNESC/FNSA English First Peoples 10-12 Teacher Resource Guide. This process will include:

  • Updating existing units to reflect a diverse range of best practices in teaching and learning;
  • Adding new units that support the use of new authentic Indigenous literature in Canada; and
  • Offering more support to teachers in planning for instruction.

The revision process will begin in July 2024 with a 3-day in-person meeting in Vancouver, and it is anticipated to be completed in the fall of 2024. After the initial 3-day meeting the majority of the work will happen virtually.

FNESC is extending an invitation to educators who are interested in being a part of this process to apply to FNESC. Remuneration will be provided to the revision team members in the form of a contract.  

Team member Criteria

  • Has experience teaching English First Peoples 10, 11, or 12 courses and using the FNESC/FNSA EFP 10-12 Teacher Resource Guide
  • Is able to participate in a 3-day meeting in Vancouver (July 3-5, 2024)
  • Is familiar with BC Ministry of Education and Child-Care learning standards for the English First Peoples 10, 11, and 12 courses
  • Has some familiarity with BC First Nations context
  • Is able to work collegially and collaboratively to revise at least 2 existing units and co-develop new units between July and October 2024

The revision and development process will begin at the July meeting. Support and direction will be provided for the process by Anne Tenning and Jo Chrona.

Selection Criteria

If you are interested in being a part of this process, complete the FNESC/FNSA EFP 10-12 Teacher Resource Guide Revision Team Interest Form and return it to Anne Tenning (annet@fnesc.ca) by Friday, May 24, 2024.

FNESC will choose from the pool of interested teachers to reflect a range of teaching experiences and geographic representation. Selected teachers will be notified by Friday, June 7, 2024.

Contact

Anne Tenning, Senior Manager, Curriculum, FNESC
annet@fnesc.ca