ERIC Number: EJ1197044
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2018
Pages: 6
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On Teaching Queer Indigenous Literatures
Hanson, Aubrey Jean
English in Australia, v53 n2 p68-73 2018
This short response to the theme of 'Love in English' reflects on the importance of teaching queer and Indigenous literatures within English classes. I share personal perspectives on seeking literature that reflected who I was as a young person developing queer and Indigenous identities. I also share professional experiences from my past English teaching. Further, drawing upon original interviews with Indigenous authors, I share considerations for teachers on why it matters to teach queer Indigenous literatures. Ultimately, this piece contends that young people -- particularly queer and Indigenous youth -- need to see themselves storied into the world.
Descriptors: Literature, Course Content, Teaching Methods, English Instruction, Indigenous Populations, Authors, Self Concept, Homosexuality, American Indians, Canada Natives, Foreign Countries, Sexual Orientation, Sexual Identity
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Canada
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