ERIC Number: EJ1159367
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2017-Oct
Pages: 9
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ISSN: EISSN-1077-5315
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Life Skills at a Tribal College: A Culturally Relevant Educational Intervention
Keith, Jill F.; Stastny, Sherri N.; Agnew, Wanda; Brunt, Ardith; Aune, Pat
Journal of Extension, v55 n5 Article 5IAW5 Oct 2017
American Indians, Alaska Natives, and Native Hawaiians (AI/AN/NH) experience the lowest rates of college retention and significant barriers to graduation. In addition, AI/AN/NH individuals face health challenges that include higher rates of obesity, overweight, and type 2 diabetes. We designed a culturally relevant life skills curriculum based on family and consumer science standards to promote educational achievement, self-efficacy, and healthful food choices among tribal college students. The Life Skills at a Tribal College course was delivered by tribal college Extension professionals in a family meal-style environment and involved culturally appropriate, traditional ways of learning to promote positive educational and health outcomes.
Descriptors: Intervention, Culturally Relevant Education, Barriers, Educational Attainment, Curriculum Design, Food, Health Behavior, Consumer Science, Tribally Controlled Education, Standards, Academic Achievement, Self Efficacy, Eating Habits, College Students, Extension Education, American Indians, Health Promotion
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Higher Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: North Dakota
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