Peer reviewedERIC Number: EJ528263
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1996
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American Indian Cultures and the Classroom.
Van Hamme, Linda
Journal of American Indian Education, v35 n2 p21-36 Win 1996
A culturally relevant education that also prepares American Indian students for participating in a culturally diverse, technological society must address the historical relationship between American Indian cultures and the educational system, recognize the importance of multicultural education, understand the nature of culture itself, and identify educational strategies that build on cultural strengths of Indian children. Contains 88 references. (LP)
Descriptors: American Indian Culture, American Indian Education, American Indian History, Cultural Awareness, Cultural Maintenance, Culturally Relevant Education, Culture Conflict, Educational Strategies, Elementary Secondary Education, Higher Education, Multicultural Education, Self Determination, Student Alienation, Tribally Controlled Education
Publication Type: Guides - Non-Classroom; Information Analyses; Journal Articles
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Language: English
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