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Alaska Native Education - Report of the Education Task Force

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1994

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Referenced by: ANKN Clearinghouse

Grade Level(s): K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

Theme(s): Tribe/Community

Contents

Introduction and Historical Background

Western Education of Alaska Natives Prior to 1867
Western Education of Alaska Natives After 1867

Contemporary Background

Current Western Education and Alaska Natives, K-12
Alaska Native Students in the l990s
Factors Contributing to Educational Success and Failure

Current Western Education and Alaska Natives, Post-Secondary

Findings and Recommendations

Principal Findings
Skills Necessary for Success
Failure of the Public Education System
Failure of the Social System
Needs and Issues
Addressing Needs and Issues

Recommendations Regarding Alaska Native Education

Three-component K-12 Education System
Total Local Control of Schools
Model Curricula for Alaska Native Students
Recruitment and Training of Native Professionals
Involvement of Parents and Community
Subject Matter Prerequisites
Teacher Preparation for Village Schools
Distinguishing Qualifications for Teaching in Village Schools
Teaching Certificates in "Non-traditional" Fields
Certification in Native Language and Culture
Teacher Tenure Requirements
Graduation Requirements
Funding for Curricula Appropriate for Native Students
Indian/Native Education Programs for All Native Students
Upgrade and Replacement of Rural Schools


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