Educational Value and Student Engagement

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Building School Perseverance

 

This program has been carefully designed to strengthen student engagement and motivation in several key ways:

Connection to Traditional Knowledge and Modern Technology The program bridges traditional land-based knowledge with cutting-edge technology, helping students see the relevance of their education to both their cultural heritage and future careers. This connection helps students understand how their schooling can empower them to become innovators while maintaining strong ties to their community's traditions.

 

 

Development of Tangible Skills Students gain practical skills in emerging technologies that have clear applications in various career paths, including:

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- Drone operation and maintenance

- Virtual reality content creation

- Digital storytelling and editing

- Project management and teamwork

- Environmental observation and documentation

 

Empowerment Through Creation

 

The program puts students in the role of content creators rather than passive consumers. By producing their own virtual reality environments and drone footage, students develop a sense of ownership and accomplishment that can transfer to other educational pursuits.

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Multi-Modal Learning Benefits

 

The program engages students through multiple learning styles:

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- Visual learning through drone footage and VR experiences

- Hands-on learning through technology operation

- Experiential learning through land-based activities

- Collaborative learning through group projects

- Cultural learning through traditional knowledge integration

 

 

Motivation Through Real-World Impact

 

Students can see their work having a real impact as their created content becomes part of the Kativik Ilisarniliriniq's educational resources, fostering a sense of purpose and contribution to their community's education system.

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Program Structure

The program will operate across three communities:

 

Inukjuak - Puvirnituq - Akulivik

 

Each community will host a 5-day intensive program where students will:

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- Learn drone operation and safety protocols

- Capture aerial footage using professional equipment

- Experience and create virtual reality content

- Participate in land-based activities

- Develop technical and creative skills

 

 

Project Timeline

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Phase 1: Pre-Camp Preparation (June 2025)

 

- Development of pedagogical materials

- Equipment procurement and testing

- Safety protocol documentation

- Creation of training materials

- Community coordination and scheduling

 

Phase 2: Camp Implementation (July 10-25, 2025)

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- 5 days per community

- Daily activities combining technology and land-based learning

- Drone flight training and safety instruction

- VR content creation workshops

- Environmental education components

 

Phase 3: Post-Camp Production (August 2025)

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- Video editing and compilation

- VR environment development

- Creation of deployable content for Kativik Ilisarniliriniq

- Documentation and reporting