The need for Elders in education: Five Indigenous perspectives from around the world

  • Noelani Iokepa-Guerrero
  • Barbara Carlson
  • Larry Railton
  • Dallas Pettigrew
  • Eloise Locust
  • Tjalaminu Mia

Abstract

Elders are the knowledge keepers and knowledge teachers of Indigenous societies. The perspectives, skills, knowledge, stories, and teachings of Elders must have its place in western academy and higher education. The article provides five passages of Indigenous perspectives, stories, examples of including Elders, their wisdom, knowledge, and expertise, in the educational institution.

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Published
2011-01-01
How to Cite
Iokepa-Guerrero, N., Carlson, B., Railton, L., Pettigrew, D., Locust, E., & Mia, T. (2011). The need for Elders in education: Five Indigenous perspectives from around the world. WINHEC: International Journal of Indigenous Education Scholarship, (1), 15-26. Retrieved from https://journals.uvic.ca/index.php/winhec/article/view/18615