This course equips Indigenous Arts students with the foundational teaching skills needed to design and deliver engaging lessons and/or workshops on Indigenous art forms. Participants will integrate the historical significance of the art form with insights gained from their program, including connections to other art forms, project planning, timelines, and budgeting. Emphasis is placed on creating inclusive learning environments, tailoring lesson plans for diverse audiences, and embedding Indigenous knowledge and methodologies into teaching practices. Through peer feedback and course assessments, students will gain confidence and proficiency as educators, ready to share their art form in impactful ways.
This course covers basic entrepreneurial skills artisans need to be successful in today’s market. Students will study basic business concepts such as creating a budget, managing inventory, personal cash flow and income tax. Additionally, students will cover business networking and other art specific topics such artist’s contracts and grant applications.
