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Indigenous Literature: Reading Conventions for Non-Indigenous Readers
Full text linkThis paper synthesizes Indigenous critical theories of literature and the cultural languages that shape Indigenous literary texts, centering these approaches, and arguing that without this body of literary criticism, it would be impossible for Indigenous and non-Indigenous readers alike to appreciate Indigenous literature, including its profound value to humanity. It demonstrates the power of these theories by offering a reading of Thomas King’s The Back of the Turtle using them as lenses to uncover the rich tapestry, the convergence of tradition and innovation, and the transformative power of Indigenous narratives in shaping our shared understanding of humanity. In many ways, the paper argues, Indigenous critical theories have significantly paved the way for the study and interpretation of Indigenous literature, broadening the scope for readers from diverse backgrounds.
 
One Territory, Two Worlds: Criticism of Colonialism in Ishiguro’s When We Were Orphans
Full text linkThis paper analyzes Kazuo Ishiguro’s When We Were Orphans is a literary work that critiques and examines colonial structures and their consequences: Ishiguro criticizes the colonization of Shanghai by showing the inherent power imbalance between the native population and the colonizers, the chaos and lawlessness outside of the Settlement as opposed to within, and the general understanding of Shanghai and the Settlement held by characters from Britain. As a work of historical fiction, the novel serves to explore a particular society at a particular point in time, and therefore, must be analyzed with close consideration to the historical period and context in which the novel is set. At the same time, this paper concludes, Ishiguro’s observations and critiques are highly relevant in today’s society.
 
The Differential Nature of Remote Learning Among University Students
Full text linkOne of the many drastic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic in early 2020 was a sudden shift to remote learning for post-secondary students. This study aims to build a foundation for that understanding, with a particular focus on addressing the effects on students who were working concurrently with their studies through the pandemic. A survey was conducted, gathering 181 responses from undergraduate computing students attending Mount Royal University. The survey queries the students’ experience with work-school balance during the pandemic, their feelings about online classes, the perceived positive and negative aspects of learning online, and whether they would opt into online classes in the future in the absence of any pandemic-related concerns. The results show a clear perception of increased flexibility (88%) coupled with an increase in the students’ ability to manage their time (61%). Given that 74% of the respondents report that online classes are more convenient than in-person classes while only 22% report a negative impact on their performance, this study concludes that online learning opportunities may correlate with an easing of stress on post-secondary students without significantly impacting academic performance for certain personality types, while others report significantly negative experiences with respect to their mental health. 
Stirring the Forensic Nursing Pot in South Africa
Full text linkThis is a brief summary of forensic nursing in South Africa and the development of a forensic nursing specialization
Editorial 4(2)
No full textThis seventh issue of Imagining SoTL consists of papers based on presentations and experiences at the 2023 Symposium for the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning, which focused on the theme of “Expeditions in SoTL.” We gathered in Canmore, Alberta, for a stimulating few days in community, as is usual for this dynamic conference. Volume 4, Issue 2 consists of four articles from Canadian institutions, involving a total of eight authors, representing five institutions. We hope you enjoy this collection and watch for the second set of articles in spring for Volume 5, Issue 1
Le plurilinguisme, la poétique des frontières et la traduction au prisme de la philosophie de la Relation d’Édouard Glissant
Full text linkL’écrivain martiniquais conçoit le plurilinguisme et la poétique des frontières à la lumière de la pensée de la Relation, discréditant tout monolinguisme et toutes sortes de standardisation culturelle, génératrice de réductionnisme et/ou d’exclusivisme, pour promouvoir une nouvelle approche traductologique, qui fonctionne à l’image de la dynamique de la créolisation et s’emploie ainsi à rendre compte des résultantes imprédictibles et immensurables des imaginaires esthétiques des diverses langues. C’est ainsi que la traduction arrive à avoir droit de cité et devient chez Glissant une poétique à part entière, dont la légitimation résulte notamment du fait qu’elle incarne une résistance artistique contre toute forme d’hégémonie politique ou de solstice géoculturel
An OT and PT Explore SoTL: Our Journey Towards Strengthening, Expanding, and Scaffolding Anti-Oppressive Pedagogy in a School of Rehabilitation Science
Full text linkPhysical therapy (PT) students and graduates in Saskatchewan, Canada, are entering a health system requiring enhanced cultural humility, social justice, self-decolonization, and anti-oppressive practice skills. In this reflective essay, we describe our exploration of the complexities of the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL), which provide insight into our current and evolving teaching and learning practices in a Master of Physical Therapy (MPT) academic program. Applying SoTL to our MPT pedagogy provides a rigorous, evidence-informed research approach impacting social-justice learning outcomes among PT learners, but we emphasize that it is more than the outcomes that give SoTL its strength. SoTL is also a process that strengthens relationships, builds a culture of collective leadership grounded in relational accountability and humility, lays the foundation for equitable engagement with students as partners, requires reflection and introspection, and could arguably itself be considered a social justice intervention
Xylazine - Emerging Cause of Death in Correctional Institutions
Full text linkAbstract: The unregulated veterinary drug Xylazine is emerging as a cause of death in State Correctional facilities. Unlike the drug Fentanyl, there is no antidote. The origins and toxicity of the drug are discussed and illustrated with a case study of an offender death due to Xylazine mixed with Fentanyl. There are precautions that prison officials can take, and correctional nurses that encounter users will be informed and better able to assess offenders for possible xylazine use due to physical signs on examination