Reference no: EM133687875 , Length: Word Count:1200
Assignment:
Create a narrated essay which focusses on the experiences of Indigenous peoples in Toronto, Canada. As this is a course on the foundations of reconciliation in what has become known as Canada, when thinking about this assignment, please be careful to explore and discuss both the historical context as well as the contemporary experiences of Indigenous people.
Format:
800 to 1200 words (including title and reference slides)
Sources: reputable online materials
Content Guidelines:
Introduction: Briefly introduce the Indigenous territory or community you are focusing on.
Historical Overview: Detail the history of Indigenous peoples in the area, including pre-contact period, treaties, and significant historical events.
Contemporary Issues: Highlight the current experiences of Indigenous communities in your place of origin and within the larger region, such as Indigenous rights, cultural resurgence, governance, and socio-economic challenges and successes.
Visuals and Narration: Use relevant images, maps, and graphics to enhance your presentation. Narration should clearly convey your research findings and insights.
A strong essay will:
• Demonstrate a solid comprehension of the historical factors which have impacted Toronto.
• Clearly depict the contemporary presence of Indigenous communities in Toronto and the surrounding region, being careful to include urban Indigenous communities and organizations where appropriate.
• Provide a thoughtful evaluation of how this exercise has influenced one's perception of Toronto.
• Create a narrative which engages with the question: "Now that I know this, how does this affect me personally?"
• Provide an excellent media presentation with high-quality graphics and narration.
• Communicate in ways that incorporate concepts and ideas from the class. Produce a very organized and well-sequenced media narrative that draws the viewer in. Incorporate references from previous weeks' coursework into the narrative of your Homelands process. Present the meaning or impact of understanding in your own words.