Reviews writings of Indigenous scholars concerning the need for and nature of an Indigenous research methodology. Discusses why an Indigenous research methodology is needed; the importance of relational accountability in such a methodology; why Indigenous people must conduct Indigenous research; Indigenous knowledge and ways of knowing (including…

Through a story of experiences at a library and two museums, a Cree university student demonstrates how such institutions fail to adequately respect and portray Native culture, despite good intentions. (TD)

In analyzing Native researchers' experiences, a world view emerges that is distinct from that of the mainstream culture. Referred to as relational accountability, this Indigenous world view holds individual responsibility for actions to be in relation to all living organisms. The web of relationships between all organisms ties the universe…

Conditions on Canadian Native reserves are often blamed on a lack of education, the assumption being that education automatically leads to a better life. On the contrary, reserve conditions are partly due to assimilationist education. Successful Native education depends on both Native control and content based in Native culture. Contains 24…