Post-Imperial Perspectives on Indigenous Education: Lessons from Japan and Australia

The United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples has had a significant impact on the rights of Indigenous Peoples to have their histories, cultures, and lifeways taught in culturally appropriate and respectful ways in mainstream education systems in Japan and Australia. It examines the impact of imposed education on pre-existing education values and systems, considers emergent approaches to Indigenous education in the post-imperial context of migration, and critiques professional development, assessment, pedagogical approaches, and curriculum developments.

Format: Hardback
Length: 302 pages
Publication date: 06 October 2020
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book delves into the profound effects of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) in Japan and Australia, heralding a significant shift in the rights of Indigenous Peoples to have their histories, cultures, and lifeways taught in culturally appropriate and respectful ways within mainstream education systems. It explores the intricate interplay between imposed education and the pre-existing education values and systems of Indigenous Peoples, shedding light on the challenges and opportunities that arise in the post-imperial context of migration. Furthermore, the book critically examines various professional development, assessment, pedagogical approaches, and curriculum developments, offering valuable insights into the ongoing efforts to enhance Indigenous education. With its rich content and interdisciplinary approach, this book is a valuable resource for researchers and lecturers specializing in Indigenous Education, as well as postgraduate students of education and teachers with a passion for Indigenous Education.

The book examines the impact of imposed education on Indigenous Peoples' pre-existing education values and systems, considering the challenges and opportunities that arise in the post-imperial context of migration. It critically evaluates various professional development, assessment, pedagogical approaches, and curriculum developments, offering valuable insights into the ongoing efforts to enhance Indigenous education.

The book explores the profound effects of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) in Japan and Australia, heralding a significant shift in the rights of Indigenous Peoples to have their histories, cultures, and lifeways taught in culturally appropriate and respectful ways within mainstream education systems. It examines the intricate interplay between imposed education and the pre-existing education values and systems of Indigenous Peoples, shedding light on the challenges and opportunities that arise in the post-imperial context of migration.

The book delves into the profound effects of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) in Japan and Australia, heralding a significant shift in the rights of Indigenous Peoples to have their histories, cultures, and lifeways taught in culturally appropriate and respectful ways within mainstream education systems. It explores the intricate interplay between imposed education and the pre-existing education values and systems of Indigenous Peoples, shedding light on the challenges and opportunities that arise in the post-imperial context of migration.

Weight: 596g
Dimension: 162 x 240 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367001957