Theses
Author/Creator
Gilbert Brown
Description
Teaching, Learning & Sociocultural Studies Thesis (Ph.D.)--University of Arizona, 2013.
Document Regarding Bill 96
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Assembly of First Nations Quebec-Labrador (AFNQ)
Description
Argues for exemptions and amendments to The Bill, An Act respecting French, the official and common language of Québec, which requires that French be used exclusively in the healthcare and education systems, public services, workforce and economic development.
Editorial (Australian Review of Applied Linguistics, Vol. 36, No. 3, 2013)
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Gillian Wigglesworth
Australian Review of Applied Linguistics, vol. 36, no. 3, 2013, pp. 232-233
Description
Idea for this issue came from the Australian Linguistics Society Annual Conference held December 2011 centering around Australian Indigenous children and their knowledge of Standard Australian English.
Educational Failure or Success: Aboriginal Children's Non-Standard English Utterances
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Sally Dixon
Australian Review of Applied Linguistics, vol. 36, no. 3, 2013, pp. 302-315
Description
Discusses failure of language proficiency assessment tools to pick up the difference between Native English speakers and students learning English as a second language.
The Electronic Drum: Community Radio’s Role in Reversing Indigenous Language Decline
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Mark Camp
Agnes Portalewska
Cultural Survival Quarterly, vol. 37, no. 1, The Electronic Drum: Community Radios Role in Indigenous Language Revitalization, March 2013, p. [?]
Description
Discusses the value of community radio stations in the revitalization of an endangered languages.
Entangled Resurgence: Investigating 'Reconciliation' and the Politics of Language Revitalization in the Oneida Nation of the Thames
Theses
Author/Creator
Hannah E. McGregor
Description
Anthropology Thesis (M.A.)--University of Western Ontario, 2017.
The Enweyang Program: Indigenous Language Nest as Lab School
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Brian McInnes
Journal of American Indian Education, vol. 56, no. 1, Spring, 2017, pp. 105-120
Description
Examines the University of Minnesota Duluth's Ojibwe language program.
Equity in Language Programs: Revitalizing Indigenous Languages in Secondary School in Anchorage, Alaska
Theses
Author/Creator
Betsy Watson (Paskvan)
Description
Education Thesis (PhD) -- University of San Francisco, 2021.
Everywhere and Nowhere: Invisibility of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Contact Languages in Education and Indigenous Languages Contexts
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Juanita Sellwood
Denise Angelo
Australian Review of Applied Linguistics, vol. 36, no. 3, 2013, pp. 250-266
Description
Discusses development of two creole languages in Queensland and the ways the speakers are marginalized.
Exchanges Between Two Rivers: Possibilities For Teaching Writing in the Northwest Territories
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Susan Jane Catlin
Canadian Journal of Education, vol. 36, no. 2, Indigenous Education: Pathways to (Re)membering, 2013, pp. 119-143
Description
Non-Aboriginal teacher reflects on own experiences with Indigenous oral tradition on methods to teach writing.
An Exploration of the Effects of Mentor-Apprentice Programs on Mentors' and Apprentices' Wellbeing
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Barbara Jenni
Adar Anisman
Onowa McIvor
Peter Jacobs
International Journal of Indigenous Health, vol. 12, no. 2, 2017, pp. 25-42
Description
Comments on the link between language, health and wellbeing.
Face-to-Faces Work: Audience Response to First Nations Social Movement Videos
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Duncan Philpot
Susan O'Donnell
Cal Kenny
Description
Study involved first asking participants about their knowledge level of Indigenous languages, showing them short videos about First Nations languages and asking for their reactions and any impact the videos may have had.
First Languages and Identity: Multilingual Learners in the Multilingual Learning Context
Theses
Author/Creator
Cynthia Penner
Description
Curriculum and Instruction Thesis (M.Ed.)--University of Regina, 2013.
First Nations Community Well-Being Research and Large Data Sets: A Respectful Caution
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Alexandra S. Drawson
Aislin R. Mushquash
Christopher J. Mushquash
International Journal of Indigenous Health, vol. 12, no. 2, 2017, pp. 15-24
Description
Paper offers a cautionary note on the importance of understanding culture and context when conducting First Nations health research with large data sets and outlines some approaches to research that can ensure appropriate development of research questions and interpretation of research findings.
First Nations Ways of Knowing: The Circle of Knowledge
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Mark Aquash
First Nations Perspectives Journal, vol. 5, no. 1, 2013, pp. 25-36
Description
Comments on this unique research project, which stresses the demonstration of positive teaching strategies for Anishinaabe language fluency.
FNLED: Quebec First Nations Labour and Employment Development Survey = EDMEPN: Enquête sur le développement de la main-d’œuvre et de l’emploi chez les Premières Nations
Alternate Title
Booklet 1: Sociodemographic Profile and Life Course
Booklet 2: Culture, Identity, Language and Wellness
Booklet 4: Education, Skills and Aspirations
Booklet 5: Occupation and Employment
Booklet 6: Income and Needs Satisfaction
Booklet 7: Methodology
Highlights
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
[Mathieu-Olivier Côté]
[Jasmine Sawadogo]
[Nicolas Couet]
Following in the Footsteps of the Wolf: Connecting Scholarly Minds to Ancestors in Indigenous Language Revitalization
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
T’łat’łaḵuł Patricia Rosborough
čuucqa Layla Rorick
AlterNative, vol. 13, no. 1, March 2017, pp. 11-17
Description
Authors discuss their experiences as language learners and importance of using a holistic approach.
For the Record... On Métis Identity and Citizenship Within the Métis Nation
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Tony Belcourt
Aboriginal Policy Studies, vol. 2, no. 2, 2013, pp. 128-142
Description
Author sends a rebuttal to Métis National Council President Clem Chartier regarding issues such as Homeland boundaries and a national acceptance process for Métis Nation Citizenship.
Free to Be Mohawk: Indigenous Education at the Akwesasne Freedom School
Book Reviews
Author/Creator
Lianne Marie Leda Charlie
NAIS: Journal of the Native American and Indigenous Studies Association, vol. 4, no. 1, Spring, 2017, pp. 134-135
Description
Book review of: Free to Be Mohawk by Louellyn White.
Free to Be Mohawk: Indigenous Education at the Akwesasne Freedom School
Book Reviews
Author/Creator
Anthony Snethen
NAIS: Journal of the Native American and Indigenous Studies Association, vol. 4, no. 2, 2017, pp. 117-118
Description
Book review of: Free to Be Mohawk by Louellyn White.
From Dene Kedǝ to Dene Ts’ılı̨: Rethinking Resurgence in the Sahtú Region, Northwest Territories
Alternate Title
From Dene Kedǝ to Dene Ts'ı̨lı̨- Knowledge Synthesis Report
E-Books
Author/Creator
Faun Rice
Keren Rice
Deborah Simmons
Walter BezhaJordan
Jordan Lennie ... [et al.]
Future Directions in Research in Inuit Education: A Report Prepared from the Proceedings of the 1st Forum on Research in Inuit Education
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
National Centre for Inuit Education
[The Future of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Broadcasting: Conversation and Convergence Series: Halifax Gathering, May 18th, 2017]
Web Sites » Organizations
Author/Creator
Francella Fiallos
Maureen Googoo
Aggie Baby
Annie Claire
Morris Prokop
Brian Beaton … [et al.]
Description
Includes links to documents, audio recordings of sessions, and programming.
Pt. 1:
Indigenous Voices? Challenges in Community Radio featuring Francella Fiallos, Maureen Googoo, Aggie Baby.
Review of gatherings in Manitoba, Nunavut, Alberta, and British Columbia.
Pt. 2:
Decolonization? Hand the Media Back! A View from Pjilasi Mi'kma'ki featuring Annie Claire.
Pt. 3:
Preserving Indigenous Language: Challenges and Solutions featuring Morris Prokop.
e-Centres: Community-Based Production/Broadcast Facilities featuring Brian Beaton.
Pt.
[The Future of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Broadcasting: Conversation & Convergence Series: Homalco Gathering, May 8, 2017]
Media » Sound Recordings
Author/Creator
Darren Blaney
John Gagnon
Banchi Hause
Natasha Bob
Devin Pielle … [et al.]
Description
Part 1: Welcome by Darren Blaney; general remarks by John Gagnon, CEO of Wawatay Native Communications Society.
Part 2: Nuxalk Radio featuring Banchi Hanuse; Siem-nu-ts-lhhwulmuhw host Natasha Bob speaks about how the program came about and its content.
Part 3: Gunargie O'Sullivan, a volunteer programmer, talked about the importance of Indigenous presence on community and campus radio stations; Doreen Manuel shared history of Secwepemc Radio.
Part 5: Talk on CiTR Indigenous Collective and the program Unceded Airwaves, presented by Lisa Girbav, Mario P
Gendering First Nations Education Reform: Final Report
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Native Women's Association of Canada (NWAC)
Description
Reviews key documents, identifies gaps in literature, and reports on information collected at the Native Women's Association's Annual General Assembly and an engagement session with Provincial and Territorial Member Associations.
George Sword's Warrior Narratives: A Study in the Processes of Composition of Lakota Oral Narrative
Theses
Author/Creator
Delphine R. Shaw
Description
American Indian Studies Thesis (Ph.D.)--University of Arizona, 2013.
[George Sword's Warrior Narratives: Compositional Processes in Lakota Oral Tradition]
Book Reviews
Author/Creator
David Martínez
Studies in American Indian Literatures, vol. 29, no. 2, Summer, 2017, pp. 92-95
Description
Book review of: George Sword's Warrior Narratives by Delphine Red Shirt.
Gitxsan Phrase Book for Health Care Providers [Volume 1]
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Northwest East Aboriginal Health Improvement Committee
Description
Includes terms such as greetings, health phrases, community terms, people, and leaders.
Volume II.
Greet the Dawn: The Lakota Way
Book Reviews
Author/Creator
Deborah and Chris Bordeaux
American Indian Culture and Research Journal, vol. 37, no. 4, pp. 181-182
Description
Book review of: Greet the Dawn written and illustrated by S. D. Nelson.
Review located by scrolling to page 181.
A Guide to Issues in Indian Language Retention
E-Books
Author/Creator
James J. Bauman
Description
Second edition, with new preface and notes.
A Guide to Language Policy and Planning for B.C. First Nations Communities
E-Books
Author/Creator
Scott Franks
Suzanne Gessner
Guide to Relationships and Learning with the Indigenous Peoples of Alberta
Web Sites » Organizations
Author/Creator
College of Alberta School Superintendents
Description
Interactive resource designed to educate school superintendents. Includes written information, videos and links to supplemental material focused on the topics of identity, language, learning from the land, treaties and agreements, laws and policies, reconciliation and relationships.
Haa Leelk’w Has Aani Saax’u: Our Grandparents’ Names on the Land
Book Reviews
Author/Creator
Victoria Castillo
Northern Review, no. 37, Fall, 2013, pp. 208-210
Description
Book review of Haa Leelk’w Has Aani Saax’u edited by Thomas F. Thornton.
He Whare Hangarau Māori: Language, Culture & Technology
E-Books
Author/Creator
Hineitimoana Greensill
Hōri Manuirirangi
Hēmi Whaanga
Te Taka Keegan
Tania M. Ka‘ai … [et al.]
He Whenua Haumako Te Kōhanga Reo me Te Ataarangi
Alternate Title
Ngā Whakakitenga a Te Kura Roa: Whaibua ; Pūrongo 1
E-Books
Author/Creator
Rawinia Higgins
Poia Rewi
Vincent Olsen-Reeder
Description
Findings from project involving Maori language.
Healing through Traditional Language
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Julia Bomberry
Description
Discusses use of traditional language to help heal at a therapeutic retreat offered by Ganohkwásra Family Assault Support Services.
Housing Needs and Challenges for Rural and Urban (Off-Reserve) Indigenous Peoples
Alternate Title
Phase 2: Data Analysis Project
E-Books
Author/Creator
Big River Analytics
Description
Utilizes data from the Census of Population, Canadian Community Health Survey (CCHS) and the Aboriginal Peoples Survey.
How Raven Marked the Land When the Earth Was New
Alternate Title
Comment Corbeau a marqué le territoire alors que la Terre était nouvelle
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Ann Fienup-Riordan
Études Inuit Studies, vol. 41, no. 1-2, Bestiaire inuit = Inuit Bestiary, 2017, pp. 215-241
Description
Examines the role and actions of Raven in Yup’ik creation narratives and traditional stories; and how those stories are recorded in the place names and understandings of the land.
"I'm Indian in My Bones": Debunking Stereotypes and Subverting Dominant Culture in the Works of Sherman Alexie
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Marla Means
Description
Looks at the stereotypes constructed in movies, television and other popular American media and allows the reader to question identity, history, popular culture and humour.
Literature Senior Paper (B.A.)--University of North Carolina at Asheville, 2013.
In the Language of their Hearts: Emotions and Language Choice in Child-Parent Interaction, Insights from a Yupik Village
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Daria Morgounova Schwalbe
Etudes Inuit Studies, vol. 45, no. 1/2, Chukotka: Understanding the Past, Contemporary Practices, and Perceptions of the Present, 2021, pp. 171-205
Description
Looks at the importance of language to motivate, construct meanings, and create emotional connections for Indigenous communities.
Incantations and Yupik Language in the Context of Contemporary Religious Rituals: Continuity, Secrecy, and Indetermination
Alternate Title
Incantations et Langue Yupik dans le Contexte des Rituels Religieux Contemporains: Continuité, Secret et Indétermination
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Dmitriy Oparin
Etudes Inuit Studies, vol. 45, no. 1/2, Chukotka: Understanding the Past, Contemporary Practices, and Perceptions of the Present, 2021, pp. 411-437
Description
Looks at the preservation of the Chukota's language through religious ceremonies and practices.
Indexes of Western First Nations Bands: Languages, Agencies, Inspectorates, and Regional Offices
Web Sites » Organizations
Author/Creator
Library and Archives Canada
Description
Searchable database.
Indigenism and Cosmopolitanism: A Pan-Sami View of the Indigenous Perspective in Sami Culture and Research
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Harald Gaski
AlterNative, vol. 9, no. 2, 2013, pp. 113-124
Description
Recognizes an Indigenous approach to scholarship and research on Indigenous peoples using the Sami people as an example.
Indigenous/Aboriginal Pedagogies Restored: Courses and Programs in the Faculty of Education at the University of Victoria
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Maria del Carmen Rodriquez de France
International Education, vol. 43, no. 1, Fall, 2013, pp. 85-100
Description
Overview of the success and challenge of recent courses and graduate programs being offered in Aboriginal education.
Indigenous Language Revitalisation in Aotearoa New Zealand and Alba Scotland
Alternate Title
Indigenous Language Revitalization in Aotearoa New Zealand and Alba Scotland
Theses
Author/Creator
Catriona Elizabeth Timms
(Kate Timms-Dean)
Description
[Māori, Pacific & Indigenous Studies] Thesis (Ph.D.)--University of Otago, 2013.
Indigenous Language Revitalization Efforts in Canada during COVID-19: Facilitating and Maintaining Connections Using Digital Technologies
Theses
Author/Creator
Laura Gallant
Description
Anthropology Thesis (M.A.)--Western University, 2021.
Indigenous Languages and the Academy
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Elizabeth Yeoman
Sarah Townley
Marguerite Mackenzie
Morning Watch, vol. 40, no. 3-4, Indigenizing the Academy, Winter, 2013, pp. 59-72
Description
Interview with two Indigenous language education specialists about their experiences and stories of language and education.
Indigenous Linguistic Rights in the Arctic: A Human Rights Approach
Theses
Author/Creator
Romain François R. Chuffart
Description
Polar Law Thesis (M.A.)--University of Akureyri, 2017
Indigenous Peoples: Language Guidelines
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
The University of British Columba
Description
Gives guidance about the most appropriate terminology.
Version 3.0.