Expressions of Native Resiliency: Experiences during the 1950s and 1960s (original) (raw)

2011

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to examine the lived educational experiences of American Indians who grew up during the 1950s and 1960s , known as the termination period in American history. There search for this phenomenological narrative study consisted of three interviews each with eight participants who were willing to share their personal experiences from this selected time in history. Ten themes were uncovered: chaos brings balance, challenge to become bi-cultural, the importance of teachers, teachers as support systems, one's spirituality, tribal influences, influences of economic resources, cultural awareness and value, relevant curriculum and recruitment of Native teachers. By uncovering these stories, it is hopeful that today's educators are more informed of the need for culturally responsive pedagogical curriculum and instruction.

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