The Need for Textbook Reform: An American Indian Example.

Charles, James P.

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Publication Date: 1989

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The Need for Textbook Reform: An American Indian Example.

Charles, James P.

Journal of American Indian Education, v28 n3 p1-13 May 1989

Examines form and content of American Indian authored selections in South Carolina's high school literature anthologies. Results show only 36 percent are contemporary. The sample of traditional genres lacks balanced representation and does not reflect regional distribution of American Indians. Development of evaluative criteria specific to American Indian literature is needed. (DHP)

Descriptors: American Indian Literature, American Indians, Anthologies, English Curriculum, Ethnic Stereotypes, High Schools, Language Arts, Textbook Bias, Textbook Content, Textbook Research, Textbooks

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Language: English

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Identifiers - Location: South Carolina

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