Chapter 10: Cultural Safety in the Classroom

Chapter Overview

Skoden has made it is clear there is much to consider when students who are First Nations, Métis, or Inuit attend post-secondary education. In this chapter we look specifically to the concept of cultural safety, first implemented in health care settings, for guidance in making classrooms and campuses safe spaces for Indigenous students and employees. The Elder Teaching reminds us that all are welcome and all have valued contributions to make to the learning circle. Reflective questions and activities based on the four quadrants of the Medicine Wheel are provided, along with further recommended material for viewing, listening, and reading.