Remote schools Educational outcomes There are a number of unique factors that influence the educational achievements of Indigenous children in Remote Isolated.

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Remote schools Educational outcomes There are a number of unique factors that influence the educational achievements of Indigenous children in Remote Isolated School Settings. History Poverty Culture Health Family Recreation Nature Isolation School/Community Relationships

Historical Perspectives Community and Clan Structure Missionary influences Self esteem breakdown

Cultural Considerations Kinship system relationships Community and home structures Conversation protocols Behavioral/dress protocols Home routines Language/s spoken at home

Family The Importance of family Family relationships and a child’s identity The role of women and men Child guardianship Cultural discipline structure

Nature of Indigenous people World view and values Childs’ play has practical basis Relationship with the land

Poverty Limited employment opportunities Overcrowded Housing Poor Nutrition Lunch and Breakfast Programs

Health Limited access Reluctant access Hearing loss Living conditions

Isolation Limited/no vehicles Limited public transport available No shops Television and Aus Star

Recreation and Leisure Fishing and hunting Traditional crafts Limited access to organized sport/leisure

School and Community Role of the school Role of community members Teacher/Community relationships Teacher/Student relationships

Remote Schools Cultural Awareness It is crucial for school leaders and teachers to have a comprehensive understanding of these factors….. Appropriate Strategies …..and implement appropriate, inclusive strategies within the classroom Learning Outcomes ……to maximize student outcomes.

Remote Communities: Associated Links The following is list of web links to information relating to Education in Remote Indigenous Communities within Australia. Indigenous Education and Training 2005 – Literacy for Life: A Scoping Study for a Community Literacy Empowerment Project The Fred Hollows Foundation: Indigenous Peoples of Australia: Education Education in the Yirrkala area: Australian Indigenous Research Network – The University of Newcastle, Australia This power point has been developed by Colleen Orr for further information contact: