Understanding Kaurna Culture
Learn about the Kaurna people and their history at a deeper level from a Kaurna Elder. Explore opportunities to authentically engage with Elders and embed their rich culture into your curriculum and daily program. Hear from Kaurna Elder Uncle Ivan-Tiwu Copley about Kaurna history, totems and connectivity to other nations. Learn about Kaurna language resources available and places of significance that can enrich your knowledge.
Explore connections to both the EYLF and NQF and hear examples of embedding cultural perspectives into the program.
Links to Australian Professional Standards for Teachers
1.4 Strategies for teaching Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students
2.4 Understand and respect Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to promote reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians
7.4 Engage with professional teaching networks and broader communities