Wicazo Sa Review, vol. 14, no. 2, Autumn, 1999, pp. 77-91
Description
Looks at the historical conferences on the multi- and interdisciplinary field of Native American Studies held in the Spring and Summer of 1998 and organized by the University of California.
First Peoples Child & Family Review, vol. 5, no. 2, 2010, pp. 88-95
Description
Looks at how a community-based model of education can provide an avenue for integrating Indigenous knowledge and ways of knowing into a Western-based educational system.
Saskatchewan History, vol. 51, no. 1, Spring, 1999, pp. 29-30
Description
Ahenakew talks about the cultural practices and responsibilities surrounding oral history; discusses the collective nature of forming and maintaining oral history and its details. Discusses the roles of Elders who carry these histories in the community, and their skill at conveying a story or lesson.
First Peoples Child & Family Review, vol. 5, no. 2, 2010, pp. 23-33
Description
Looks at why the author's daughter was drawn to her Aboriginal identity; and examines the use of alternative methods of education focusing on Indigenous knowledge and peace building activities that encourage healing, and reconciliation for Aboriginal youth.
Looks at the efforts to bridge scientific knowledges from Indigenous and western worldviews for the purposes of science education, science research, science applications, and science outreach for youth and the community.
Images, Imaginations, and Beyond: Proceedings of the Eighth Native American Symposium
Native American Symposium ; 8th, 2009
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Author/Creator
John B. Love
Michael Kallam
Melanie Price
Description
Examines historical and current trends to engage Native American students and offers a list of practical suggestions employed in some Oklahoma schools.
American Indian Language Development Institute: Thirty Year Tradition of Speaking From Our Heart
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Akira Y. Yamamoto
Kimiko Y. Yamamoto
Description
Looks at language endangerment in the global setting, responses to the endangered situation, and issues in promoting language revitalization.
Chapter from American Indian Language Development Institute: Thirty Year Tradition of Speaking From Our Heart edited by Candace K. Galla, Stacey Oberly, G.L. Romero, Maxine Sam, Ofelia Zepeda.
Recommends hiring more Aboriginal teachers, staff, as well as facilitators to build cross-cultural understanding through communication, consultation with Aboriginal parents and organizations.
Researches one student's successful experiences of learning mathematics from place based education, which incorporates the land and people where students come from.
American Indian Language Development Institute: Thirty Year Tradition of Speaking From Our Heart
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Ivan Ozbolt
Description
Comments on a course teaching the language and strategies on how to teach in immersion settings.
Chapter from American Indian Language Development Institute: Thirty Year Tradition of Speaking From Our Heart edited by Candace K. Galla, Stacey Oberly, G.L. Romero, Maxine Sam, Ofelia Zepeda.
Final report on a pilot program delivered in Nunavut from 2006-2009 which produced 21 graduates. Summarizes history, development, and evaluation of program.
A Literature Review Focused on Virtual Learning Environments (VLEs) and E-Learning in the Context of Te Reo Maori and Kaupapa Maori Education: Report to the Ministry of Education
Reviews key research findings relating to the challenges Aboriginal people face when making the transition from K–12 to Postsecondary Education and what factors lead to successful transitions.
Discusses theme emerging from literature review: importance of understand ind social and economic relations which shape curriculum; analysis and recommendations regarding pedagogy; policy and governance issues. Identifies gaps in policy and practice.
Related document: Bibliography.
Native Social Work Journal, vol. 2, no. 1, Incorporating Traditional Values in Social Work, April 1999, pp. 138-152
Description
Examines issues of compatibility between traditional knowledge and western scientific knowledge with particular attention to the impact of place or spatial location.
Topics include: coming to university, women and the middle ground, balance and the seven Grandfathers, Openness and respect, respecting cultural differences and learning style.
Discussion Paper: Pan-Canadian Education Research Agenda, Council of Ministers of Education, Canada
[PCERA Symposium ; 1999]
[Report on the Pan-Canadian Education Research Agenda Symposium]
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Author/Creator
Terry Wotherspoon
Bernard Schissel
Description
Addresses the causes and implications of, and possible solutions to, the "education gap" between Aboriginal people and the general population in Canada. The paper highlights Joe Duquette High School and Princess Alexandria Community School, which are located in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.
Excerpt from Report on the Pan-Canadian Education Research Agenda Symposium.
Exercises to be used as part of student assessment and training plan in conjunction with academic skills profile. After completion, student self-awareness should be increased, initial goals revised, supports identified, and commitment to learning increased.
Focuses on four areas: strengthening Tribal control; investing in cultural and language revitalization; hiring Native American staff and administrators, and promoting interagency coordination.