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Publication Date: 2006
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Practices against Culture that "Work" in Nunavut Schools: Problematizing Two Common Practices
Berger, Paul; Epp, Juanita Ross
McGill Journal of Education, v41 n1 p9-27 Win 2006
Practices exist in Nunavut schools that were reported by "Qallunaat" (non-Inuit) teachers in Berger's (2001) study to "work," but that seem to be against historical Inuit culture. In this paper we discuss dangers in using such practices in schools that already erode Inuit culture, and also reasons to consider their use, then investigate strict discipline codes, and the use of praise and rewards. We recommend true Inuit control for good decisions about whether to adopt these practices. (Contains 7 notes.)
Descriptors: Rewards, Eskimos, Canada Natives, Educational Practices, Foreign Countries, Culturally Relevant Education, Cultural Maintenance, Educational Philosophy, Teaching Methods, Acculturation, Discipline Policy, Elementary Secondary Education, Positive Reinforcement, Classroom Techniques, Educational Environment, School Community Relationship, Student Behavior, Social Behavior, Interviews, Data Analysis
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Elementary Secondary Education
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Language: English
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