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ERIC Number: EJ649467
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2001
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ISSN: ISSN-0710-1481
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Literacy in Aboriginal Education: An Historical Perspective.
Doige, Lynda A. Curwen
Canadian Journal of Native Education, v25 n2 p117-28 2001
A historical overview of Aboriginal education in the Maritime Provinces of Canada reveals that an Aboriginal form of literacy that existed before European contact met all the requirements of a valid literacy and is worthy of respect. Teachers' understanding and valuing of Aboriginal literacy would transform Aboriginal education. (Contains 26 references.) (SV)
Descriptors: American Indian Education, American Indian History, Canada Natives, Culturally Relevant Education, Educational Attitudes, Educational History, Educational Needs, Educational Principles, Elementary Secondary Education, Foreign Countries, Literacy
Publication Type: Historical Materials; Journal Articles; Opinion Papers
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Language: English
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