Respect and Reconciliation: A Training for Language Instructors

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee Webinar Series

• What is the Respect and Reconciliation training about, and what’s included?
• How will this training help me become more confident while teaching Indigenous topics in my classes?
• What are some authentic and level-appropriate materials I can use in my class?

This session introduces a self-directed online course that helps ESL instructors integrate Indigenous history and perspectives into their teaching. Participants will explore the course structure, key content, online components, and classroom-ready resources designed to support inclusive instruction across CLB levels.

By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:

• describe the purpose, structure, and key content areas of the Respect and Reconciliation training program hosted on Avenue.ca,
• navigate the four eUnits and accompanying instructor handbook to locate classroom-ready lesson plans and resources, and
• identify ways to integrate Indigenous history, perspectives, and topics into core ESL instruction with greater confidence.

Webinar Type: Language Training Resources

Categories: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion; Social Justice

Teaching Sectors: Continuing Education/Adult ESL (non-credit), LINC

Participant Level: No previous knowledge required

About the Presenter

Dori Tarjan (she/her) is an educator and curriculum developer with extensive experience teaching LINC/ESL to adult newcomers in Canada. She specializes in designing engaging eLearning courses and instructor training that support practical communication and inclusive learning. Her work focuses on creating accessible, learner-centered online and blended learning experiences.

Nadine Leggett (they/them) is a certified PMP project manager at Achēv, and college professor. They have a strong interest in building education and training programs that enable learning and growth for students to reach their goals and fulfill their potential.

* Members must be a member of the TESL Ontario group on Tutela.

Please note: TESL Canada and TESL Ontario are separate entities. Your TESL Canada membership does not include free access to TESL Ontario webinars. To learn more about TESL Ontario Standard Membership, please click HERE.