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Direct linkERIC Number: EJ764944
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2006
Pages: 2
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ISSN: ISSN-1052-5505
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Reclaiming Stolen Words: Sinte Gleska Instructor Teaches Evolution of Lakota Language
Hermes, Mary
Tribal College Journal of American Indian Higher Education, v18 n2 p20-21 Win 2006
The article discusses how Sinte Gleska University (SGU), South Dakota, has been promoting Lakota language since its inception. SGU is the first tribal-based university in the U.S. White Hat, a teacher from SGU, has been promoting Lakota language through his impressive style of teaching. The university requires every SGU student to opt for Lakota language. White Hat has also written a book titled "Reading and Writing the Lakota Language." SGU offers both 2-year and 4-year degrees in Lakota Studies.
Descriptors: American Indian Languages, American Indian Education, Language Maintenance, Higher Education, Tribally Controlled Education, Teaching Methods, Teaching Styles, Academic Degrees, Native Language Instruction
Tribal College Journal of American Indian Higher Education. P.O. Box 720, Mancos, CO 81328. Tel: 888-899-6693; Fax: 970-533-9145; Web site: http://www.tribalcollegejournal.org
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Higher Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: South Dakota
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