Peer reviewedERIC Number: EJ491773
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 1994
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Critical Literacy for Navajo and Other American Indian Learners.
McLaughlin, Daniel
Journal of American Indian Education, v33 n3 p47-59 Spr 1994
Contrasts four educational theories that outline different diagnoses and prescriptive strategies for addressing minority student failure. Argues that critical theory offers the best possibilities for empowering Navajo and other American Indian students. Describes a bilingual language arts program, based on critical literacy instruction, that links community narratives to thematic studies. (LP)
Descriptors: American Indian Culture, American Indian Education, Bilingual Education Programs, Change Strategies, Critical Theory, Cultural Context, Curriculum Development, Educational Practices, Educational Theories, Elementary Secondary Education, Language Arts, Navajo (Nation), Student Experience, Theory Practice Relationship
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Language: English
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