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Influence of Contemporary Literature
C5.2 describe several different ways in which contemporary First Nations, Métis, and Inuit literary works contribute to identities and heritage in Canada (e.g., widening the diversity represented in Indigenous literature in Canada; encouraging non-Indigenous Canadians to embrace First Nations, Métis, and Inuit perspectives as part of reconciliation; allowing First Nations, Métis, and Inuit readers to see their identities reflected
in literature by Indigenous writers in Canada), commenting on the role of literature as a social and cultural force in First Nations, Métis, and Inuit communities
Sample questions: “What impact have the works of Leanne Simpson had on the ways non-Indigenous individuals in Canada under- stand cultural identity? What reasons can you offer for your opinion?”
Influence of Technology
C5.3 identify and describe several different
ways in which technology is being used to help promote the work of contemporary First Nations, Métis, and Inuit writers and publishers (e.g., websites and social media networks allow publishers to promote the works of Indigenous writers; print-on-demand self-publishing sites allow First Nations, Métis, and Inuit writers to distribute their work as their audience grows, without the financial commitment of printing
a fixed number of copies in advance; video links make it possible for arts journalists to interview and promote writers who live far from mainstream media studios)
Sample questions: “Why might First Nations, Métis, and Inuit writers and publishers consider using print-on-demand publishing rather than traditional printing and distribution channels?” “How are First Nations, Metis, and Inuit writers using social media to draw attention to their work as well as to the realities that Indigenous peoples face?”
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