Author: Strelein, L, 2011
This research report was commissioned by the panel for The Review of Higher Education Access and Outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People. It provides an analysis of the role of the Australian Institute of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies (AIATSIS) as an incubator for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander researchers. Challenges identified include the structure of grant rounds, and current barriers to recruitment and employment. It discusses the criteria applied by AIATSIS to its Research Grants program. It examines the operation and effectiveness of the Indigenous Visiting Research Fellowship Program in transitioning Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people into research careers. The report suggests possible learnings for the university sector from AIATSIS programs.
Author: Walter, M, 2011
This research report was commissioned by the panel for The Review of Higher Education Access and Outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People. It discusses issues affecting the recognition and equivalence of Indigenous Knowledges in Australian higher education. It argues that Indigenous Knowledges are marginalised in a myriad of ways, and that distinct and tangible barriers to achieving recognition and equal value within higher education remain firmly in place. It concludes that addressing these barriers will require significant commitment of will, resources and strategic innovation from all players.
Author: Rigney, L-I, 2011
This research report was commissioned by the panel for The Review of Higher Education Access and Outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People. It investigates factors affecting the success of Indigenous higher education. It provides a review of past reforms, development of Indigenous staff, curriculum, university culture, and ethics and research practice. It proposes an approach to the recognition of Indigenous Knowledges within Australian higher education.
This review was undertaken by an expert panel, chaired by Professor Larissa Behrendt. The panel’s remit was to examine how higher education outcomes among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people contribute to nation building and the reduction of Indigenous disadvantage.