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Moore, Patrick J. – Canadian Journal of Native Education, 2003
Thirteen Kaska Elders took a leading role in a University of British Columbia Kaska language course held in three locations in Kaska territory in the Yukon. The elders conducted a variety of cultural activities, and entire families participated, creating an environment in which the language was constantly spoken and relevant to the activities.…
Descriptors: Adult Students, Camping, Cultural Education, Experiential Learning

Proulx, Paul – Canadian Journal of Native Education, 1991
A Canadian university teacher of Native languages assessed the effectiveness of personal acquaintance with students, realistic reassurance, and avoidance of threatening behaviors for preventing and reducing school anxiety among Native students. Five case histories illustrate the successes and limitations of this approach. (Author/SV)
Descriptors: American Indian Education, Anxiety, Canada Natives, Classroom Communication

Bishop, Russell; Berryman, Mere; Richardson, Cath – Canadian Journal of Native Education, 2002
A study examining teaching and learning strategies in Maori-medium elementary classrooms observed and interviewed 13 effective teachers. These teachers created culturally appropriate environments; used nonconfrontational behavior management; matched strategies and materials to children's prior knowledge, experience, and abilities; used…
Descriptors: Classroom Environment, Culturally Relevant Education, Educational Strategies, Elementary Education