S3E18 Pt 1: Traditional Development: Father and Son Friendships

Come along, as Tom and Juno Biron help us imagine what pedagogical paradigm might be emerging on Broken Lands Trust.

1. ) When combining traditional teachings of oral cultures with modern educational systems, we find that more needs are met by involving elders in the learning process.
2. ) Where fathers reclaim and own their fathering, paternity leaves boys in a warm embrace rather than a cold shoulder.

Juno Biron is a tribal citizen of the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians, currently living in Marquette, Michigan while enrolled in graduate studies at Northern Michigan University. Juno is pursuing an Interdisciplinary Studies (MIS) degree with intentions to pursue an Ed.S. (Education Specialist) degree, Doctor of Education (EdD) or Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Education. Juno works to contribute to the growth and development of indigenous communities.

Tom’s career required ongoing learning, teaching, and administering skills in Tribal programming, policy-analysis, and community planning for future development.  His education has focused on program analysis, community development, and educational programming and teaching.  Now semi-retired, Tom continues to teach university level courses, one of which is History of Boarding Schools (NAS 315), and provides advisory service in historical case studies of Indigenous knowledge, Experience, and Education at Northern Michigan University.  Tom also has led and/or helped with Livestream broadcasting of my Tribe’s Constitution Reform effort (2012-2014) under the direction of the Tribal Chairmans Office.