Communication focuses on improving students' understanding of language use in the social studies. Numeracy involves helping students to develop a level of competence which would allow them to use mathematical concepts in the social sciences. Technological Literacy will help students appreciate that technological systems are integral to social systems and cannot be separated from the culture within which they are shaped. Cultural representation in all aspects of the school environment empowers children with a positive group identity. This awareness of one's own culture and the cultures of others develops self-concept, enhances learning, promotes an appreciation of Canada's pluralistic society and supports universal human rights.
Responsive adaptations are necessary to all curriculum for effective implementation.
Curricula and materials will include historical and contemporary issues. Teachers have a responsibility to evaluate all resources for bias and to teach students to recognize such bias. Gender Equity Saskatchewan Education, Training and Employment is committed to providing quality education for all students in the K-12 system. Expectations based primarily on gender limit students' ability to develop to their fullest potential. While some stereotypical views and practices have disappeared, others remain.