We Have to Tell Our Own Story with Marc Bluestone

In what ways do the NDNAEU help the indigenous people of North Dakota tell their own story? Why is it important to learn about a culture directly from the people within the culture?  How does it help? How do individual perspectives change when we are able to learn about others’ stories directly from them and…

The Story of Rev. Edward Good Bird with Kevin Finley

What is an ordained minister? How did the indigenous people of this area come to know about Christianity and becoming a minister? What are some important parts of when and how someone receives a name?  How many names are given to individuals during their lives? How would I describe my spiritual/religious views?  How did I…

Scott Davis

Introduction with Scott Davis

How and when did Mr. Davis become North Dakota’s Indian Affairs Commissioner? What’s the difference between being a “member” of a tribe and a “descendant” of a tribe? Where is Standing Rock? Where is Turtle Mountain? What role did “education” play in my family? What was our attitude toward schools and/or learning? What did my…

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…