Indigenous Education in Australia: Learning and Teaching for Deadly Futures - Paperback

by Marnee Shay (Editor), Rhonda Oliver (Editor)

This is an essential, practical resource for pre- and in-service educators on creating contexts for success for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. Based on the latest research and practice, this book provides an in-depth understanding of the colonised context within which education in Australia is located, with an emphasis on effective strategies for the classroom. Throughout the text, the authors share their personal and professional experiences providing rich examples for readers to learn from.

Taking a strengths-based approach, this book will support new and experienced teachers to drive positive educational outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.

Author Biography

Marnee Shay is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Education and a Senior Research Fellow in the Centre for Policy Futures at the University of Queensland.

Rhonda Oliver is Head of School in the School of Education at Curtin University.