These traditional stories in the Barrow Inupiaq language are intended for competent speakers of the language with knowledge of the writing system. Pen-and-ink drawings illustrate the text. (NCR)

This noun dictionary of the Athapascan language covers all dialects of the Tanaina language of the Cook Inlet region. It has been prepared for the Dena'ina people to help maintain their language and culture. The introduction explains the Dena'ina dialects and the phonological system of the Dena'ina alphabet. The dictionary is organized into…

This collection of poems in the Gwich'in Athapascan language is intended for elementary school children who have a good grasp of the language. Pen-and-ink sketches illustrate the text. (NCR)

This bilingual volume in the Tongass dialect of the Tlingit language and in English contains stories about the cultural heritage of the Tlingits. The introduction in English describes the phonology of the dialect. The five stories include free English translations, and are entitled: (1) Concerning Our Heritage; (2) The War at Goochlaakanoow; (3)…

The quality of education for nonwhite students in the Minneapolis Public Schools (MPS) is examined in this report. Three areas are discussed: (1) student achievement; (2) evaluation of teachers, principals, and administrators; and (3) system accountability. Emphasis is placed on the accountability of the MPS to the black, American Indian, and…

Designed to be used in conjunction with a student workbook accompanying the secondary textbook, "Alaska Native Land Claims", this teacher's guide focuses upon specified learner outcomes and presents a variety of approaches to achieve them. Like the student workbook, this guide presents 39 individual lessons which parallel the subtitles…

The development of the Satellite Television Demonstration Project in Alaska, delivering commercial entertainment television, is briefly described; and important educational issues related to the delivery and usage of commercial television via satellite in Alaska are discussed, including (1) justification for the demonstration project; (2)…

This traditional story in the Kobuk Inupiaq language is for elementary school children with a good grasp of the language. Pen-and-ink drawings illustrate the text and nine questions about the story are included. (NCR)

This children's story in the Inupiaq language is written for elementary school children with a good grasp of the language. Pen-and-ink sketches illustrate the text. (NCR)

THIS CENSUS OF THE RACIAL AND ETHNIC DISTRIBUTION OF PUBLIC SCHOOL CHILDREN IN CALIFORNIA WAS PREPARED IN ORDER TO DETERMINE THE EXTENT OF COMPLIANCE WITH THE LAWS, POLICIES, AND REGULATIONS OF THE GOVERNING RACIAL AND ETHNIC BALANCE. IT IS ALSO TO BE USED AS A FRAME OF REFERENCE FOR COMPENSATORY EDUCATION, EQUAL EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES, AND…

A survey of current research on disadvantaged students (defined as children of unassimilated lowest class Negroes, Puerto Ricans, American Indians, Mexican Americans, and Caucasians) provides classroom teachers with concise and up-to-date summaries of educational research findings and their implications for teaching. Discussions presented cover…

One-hundred and fifty-one articles, dating frim 1952 to l964, comprise this third volume of selected articles from "Indian Education," a semi- MONTHLY FIELD LETTER PUBLISHED BY THE Bureau of Indian Affairs. The articles cover a wide range of elements affecting Indian educational attainment, such as cultural factors in Indian education, educational…

General characteristics of Wisconsin tribal Indians as they relate to employment factors and needs are outlined. Household and individual surveys were conducted which yielded information pertaining to: residence; employment statistics; primary occupations; industrial employment; educational level and school status; educational level and income;…

Rough Rock Demonstration School is directed by local Navaho Indians who are (1) attempting to present both Navajo and American cultures, and (2) concentrating on teaching English as a second language. This illustrated document describes a program developed at Rough Rock which emphasizes oral expression with the use of dramatic dialog. Descriptions…

Project "ACT" [Attendance, Career Awareness (Work Experience), and Tutorial Assistance] is basically designed to keep American Indian students involved in school by helping them to experience success in school and giving them a tangible reason for completing their education. Project objectives, which were determined from a needs…