The Symbolism Associated with Dominant Society Schools in Native American Communities: An Alaskan Example.

Madsen, Eric

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ERIC Number: EJ420523

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Publication Date: 1990

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The Symbolism Associated with Dominant Society Schools in Native American Communities: An Alaskan Example.

Madsen, Eric

Canadian Journal of Native Education, v17 n2 p43-53 1990

In some Alaska Native communities, dominant society schools are powerful symbols of relationships such as political control, social domination, and cultural hegemony. Awareness of these symbolic associations can help school staff understand the implications of their roles and the resentment of village residents. (SV)

Descriptors: Alaska Natives, American Indian Education, Community Attitudes, Educational Attitudes, Elementary Secondary Education, Rural Schools, School Community Relationship, School Role, Social Structure, Symbolism, Teacher Role

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers

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Language: English

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Identifiers - Location: Alaska

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