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O'Connell, Sheldon – Journal of Communication, 1977
Describes a study of the impact of the first year of television on an Eskimo community by comparing the residents' responses with those of inhabitants of a community without television. Responses indicate a social impact on specific attitudes, but an overall retention of basic Eskimo values. (JMF)
Descriptors: Behavior Patterns, Behavioral Science Research, Cultural Context, Cultural Isolation

Coldevin, Gary O. – Journal of Communication, 1977
Describes the impact of the expanded availability of television as a result of the Anik I satellite transmission system on the Canadian Eskimo (adults have an increased knowledge of national and international affairs). Indicates critical social and psychological effects on Eskimo children while adults have retained traditional social customs and…
Descriptors: Behavior Change, Behavior Patterns, Behavioral Science Research, Communications Satellites
Goddard, J. Tim; Foster, Rosemary Y. – 2002
This report describes the completed second stage of an investigation and analysis of the state of educational leadership, policy, and organization in northern Canadian schools. It presents and discusses the different perspectives held by constituents with respect to the goals and purposes of schooling, and the curriculum and language of…
Descriptors: Canada Natives, Cultural Awareness, Cultural Context, Cultural Isolation
Wotherspoon, Terry; Butler, Joanne – 1999
This discussion paper explores interactions among formal learning, informal learning, and life conditions and opportunities experienced by aboriginal people in Canada. The contradictory importance of education for aboriginal people is examined with respect to three related aspects of these relationships. First, the paper summarizes students'…
Descriptors: Adult Basic Education, Adult Education, Canada Natives, Cultural Context