A Time for Stories with Kevin Finley

When is the time of year for stories to be told? When were stories shared in the past?  How were they shared?  Why are the stories important to identity and history? What role did/do dogs play in the Hidatsa culture? What role did/do horses play in the Hidatsa culture? How did horses and hunting abilities…

Scott Davis

Unlearning & Relearning with Scott Davis

What is a stereotype? Why are they harmful? How do we get stereotypes? What are the best ways of “unlearning” something harmful? What are the best ways of “relearning” something that’s been forgotten? Have I ever had to “unlearn” something that wasn’t helpful? What? How difficult was it? What stereotypes create a problem for me?…

Scott Davis

This is Indian Country with Scott Davis

What is an example of a creation story from an indigenous group from this area? What are examples of how North Dakota’s history is legendary? What important stories have been left out of textbooks regarding the indigenous people of this area? What is a creation story that I have been taught?  How does the story…

Legal and Ethical with Carmelita Lamb

“Learn About” Questions How and why were boarding schools established in the United States? Where were/are some of the boarding schools in the United States, and what was/is their reputation? What were Jim Crow Laws?  How are the impact of the Jim Crow Laws on African American people similar to the impact of boarding schools…

Teachers Need Time with Carmelita Lamb

“Learn About” Questions How might educational leaders rethink how they support teachers working to implement the NDNAEU in their classrooms? If I had to make a list, what would be included on the things teachers are both accountable and responsible for in my school? How might lesson modeling help my teachers to be better prepared…

Phase IV Culturally Responsive Practice & the NDNAEU Overview

Phase IV Culturally Responsive Practice & the NDNAEU Overview 15 minutes  Opening & Introductions 1 hour-  Culturally Responsive Practice 15 minutes-  Tour of the Teachings of Our Elders web resources 10 minute break 30 minutes- Crayons & Shelterbelts with Kevin Locke (Standing Rock) 1 hour- Overview of NDNAEUs (small group discussion & poster making including 1 break) Click…