Two-eyed seeing (Etuaptmumk)
What can we learn by bringing Indigenous and Western ways of knowing together? In this collection, we’ll explore the Mi’kmaw guiding principle of Etuaptmumk—Two-Eyed Seeing—that teaches us to combine Indigenous knowledge and Western science to better understand and care for the natural world.
First, Elder Albert Marshall and Mi’kmaw scientist Shelley Denny explain why they believe Two-Eyed Seeing is key to protecting the environment. Next, go out on the water with We’koqma’q oyster farmer Joe Googoo to see how his new way of oyster farming could help save Bras d’Or oysters from a deadly disease. You'll also meet Mi’kmaw Knowledge Holders Blair Bernard and Tracy Marshall, who show how they learn from nature and pass on that wisdom. Finally, take action for your local environment by following our step-by-step guide, inspired by the changemakers featured in this collection
Media Type
- Video
- Interactive
This collection of resources was created by Ocean School in collaboration with the Nova Scotia Department of Education and Early Childhood Development.
In this collection
- 4 resources
- Adventure Time 43 min
- Activity Time 6 h 0 min
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Etuaptmumk is learning to see from one eye with the strengths of Indigenous knowledges and ways of knowing, and from the other eye with the strengths of Western knowledges and ways of knowing ... and learning to use both these eyes together, for the benefit of all.
