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ERIC Number: ED673571
Record Type: Non-Journal
Publication Date: 2024
Pages: 13
Abstractor: As Provided
ISBN: N/A
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Available Date: 0000-00-00
Increasing American Indian and Alaska Native Content in English Language Arts Standards: A Tool for Education Leaders
Brianne Dotson; Bejanae Kareem
Region 13 Comprehensive Center
Almost 90 percent of social studies curriculum standards do not mention American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) history after 1900, and 27 states do not mention AI/AN peoples in their K-12 curricula at all. AI/AN content and contributions are even less prevalent in English language arts standards, with most states not yet meaningfully referencing, representing, or reflecting AI/AN cultures, philosophies, or contributions in their standards. Incorporating the histories, cultures, and contributions of different populations in state standards supports academic achievement and social-emotional learning for students of all backgrounds. Diverse curricula can also help students learn about different cultures and perspectives, which promotes the attitudes, knowledge, and skills needed to join a global workforce. To increase inclusion and amplify the contributions of AI/AN peoples, WestEd's Region 13 Comprehensive Center developed this tool. It is designed to help state education agencies incorporate high-quality, authentic AI/AN content into their English language arts standards review and revision processes to support learning for all students.
Region 13 Comprehensive Center. Available from: WestEd. 730 Harrison Street, San Francisco, CA 94107-1242. Tel: 877-493-7833; Tel: 415-565-3000; Fax: 415-565-3012; Web site: https://www.wested.org/services/technical-assistance/national-support-networks/
Publication Type: Reports - Descriptive; Tests/Questionnaires
Education Level: N/A
Audience: Administrators
Language: English
Authoring Institution: Region 13 Comprehensive Center (R13CC)
Grant or Contract Numbers: S283B190031
Department of Education Funded: Yes
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