Teaching and Learning Indigenous Perspectives Electives

Open to all students. 

The Department of Indigenous Education at the University of Victoria is pleased to offer Teaching and Learning Indigenous Perspectives, a series of electives available to all students, including pre- and in-service teachers pursuing the TQS Category 5 and 5+ qualification upgrade. In-service teachers hoping to enrich their knowledge and skills in Indigenous education are also welcome.

These courses aim to give participants an opportunity to learn from and about Indigenous knowledge, and to make valuable connections to local Indigenous communities to strengthen their understanding of Indigenous peoples and societies. Indigenous Education initiatives continue to be a high priority for School Districts across the province, especially with the requirement of the BCTC Standard 9 and these courses are designed to meet this important and distinct need. 

Teaching and Learning Indigenous Perspectives Themed Courses:

IED 372: Indigenous Epistemologies

IED 374: Indigenous Pedagogies

IED 375: Understanding Indigenous Language Contexts for Educators

IED 376: Indigenous Literature for the Classroom

IED 377: Indigenous Voices through Video, Audio, and Film

IED 378: Educators Working Towards Reconciliation as Allies and Activists

IED 379: Indigenous Environmental Activism and Education

IED 473: CENENITEL TW TOLNEW: Helping Each Other to Learn

IED 476: Foundations of Decolonization

For the 2025-26 course offerings visit the dynamic timetable for complete course listings and scheduling information. 

New and returning students:

Refer to the Department of Currliculum and Instruction's Continuing Teacher Education page for further information regarding admission/re-admission, TQS upgrading and additional offerings from the Faculty of Education. 

For any other assistance or questions, please contact our office at ied@uvic.ca or 250-721-7826.