Eni–gikendaasoyang
"Moving Towards Knowledge Together"
Center for Indigenous Knowledge and Language Revitalization
125 Bohannon Hall, 1207 Ordean Court, Duluth, MN 55812
Email: indianed@d.umn.edu
At this time a new cohort is not slated to start during the 2009-2010 academic year.
Aanike–gikinoo´amaadiwin
Master of Education Tribal Cohort
Program Overview
This program is designed for professionals working in education or an education related field, with a particular focus on indigenous language revitalization.
Centered around an Anishinaabe world view, the philosophy, course work, and Masters research projects are related to the health, well-being, history, culture, and education of Native peoples and the revitalization of native language. In addition, in keeping with this philosophy, elective courses in Ojibwe language are key to this program.
Program Curriculum
The M.Ed. curriculum will be enhanced to reflect an Anishinaabe world view with a focus on language revitalization. The degree requires a minimum of 30 credits. A concentration in World Language Revitalization will be awarded to graduates who have reached advanced oral proficiency in Ojibwe. The number of credits required to reach advanced proficiency will depend on the skill level of the students entering the cohort. Instruction will be provided at intermediate and advanced levels. A proficiency interview will be conducted prior to the first semester of the program.
Program Delivery
The cohort meets for a period of two years. Classes meet in-person one weekend at the beginning of each semester for orientation, community building, and course content. The remainder of coursework is done online, with occasional in-person meetings as needed, thus allowing students to be employed full-time. All required core courses are taken during fall and spring semesters. Electives may be taken during summers and, in some cases, during fall and spring semesters.
Technology & Computer Access Requirements
We require that members be comfortable using online resources, including email and the Internet. Cohort members will need to have access to a computer, an Internet connection, and the ability to access assignments, forms, and other program information online.
We strongly recommend that cohort members have their own laptop computer rather than relying on a shared computer at home or at work.
There will be formal instruction in the use of technology at our first face-to-face meeting, and on-going support throughout the program.