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Corbett, Greville G.; Mithun, Marianne – Journal of Linguistics, 1996
This article discusses how constructing a typology of number systems is complicated by the existence of associative forms and why this problem arises. Data from Central Pomo and Central Alaskan Yupik demonstrate how this problem can be resolved. (18 references) (Author/CK)
Descriptors: Eskimo Aleut Languages, Language Typology, Nouns, Number Systems
Lipka, Jerry; Illutsik, Esther – 1999
This paper examines how Ciulistet, a group of Yup'ik Eskimo elders, teachers, aides, and university collaborators, has slowly begun transforming education in southwest Alaska. Specifically, this paper shows how this indigenous group has produced, interpreted, and applied ancient Yup'ik wisdom to the modern context of schooling. Formally…
Descriptors: Alaska Natives, Biculturalism, Culturally Relevant Education, Curriculum Development
Jacobson, Steven A. – 1994
The guide is intended for classroom teachers and school district personnel to use in planning and implementing bilingual education and native language instruction for Yup'ik populations in Alaska. Focus here is on the linguistic and sociocultural characteristics of the Central Yup'ik dialect and its speakers, especially as they relate to the…
Descriptors: Alaska Natives, Alphabets, Bilingual Education, Contrastive Linguistics