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Date: Mon, 27 Sep 1999 19:55:23 -0400
Reply-To: Cultural History Forum
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From: Bryan
Subject: indigenous cultures
I am starting research for a paper on a topic I chose, with approval, on the
importance of including perspectives of indigenous peoples when teaching
American History. I've always believed that the instruction I received as a
child was far too eurocentric, but I was fortunate to get a more
well-rounded education from my family. Like many others, I still recognize
the importance of the traditional history lessons I learned, but I also feel
that my children would benefit from a more complete curricula.
I would appreciate pointers toward specific references, since my topic is
also very specific, or toward general works of authors of note who have
addressed these ideas - pro or con. I should be able to find almost
anything in our library.
Thanks for your time.
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Date: Tue, 28 Sep 1999 08:18:25 -0500
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From: "Weller, Eddie"
Subject: Re: indigenous cultures
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I can't necessarily give you references to articles and/or books that
espouse what you are saying, but I can send you to a few people who might be
helpful, since this was in their area. You might look at the book Our Moral
Duty: Educating Minority Students in the United States, edited by Dennis
Morrison (Westbury, Conn: Emancipation Press, 1996). Morrison is an
historian/geographer here.
Devon Abbott Mihesuah, Ph.D.-Northern Arizona University
Meg Schmidt Hacker, M.A.-Federal Records Center Fort Worth
Dave Edmunds, Ph.D.-Indiana University
I'm not sure how helpful this is, but you might try them.
EddieWeller
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From: Bryan [mailto:bbrattin@OCEAN.TAMU.EDU]
Sent: Monday, September 27, 1999 6:55 PM
To: CULTURALHISTORYFORUM@ASHP.LISTSERV.CUNY.EDU
Subject: indigenous cultures
I am starting research for a paper on a topic I chose, with
approval, on the
importance of including perspectives of indigenous peoples
when teaching
American History. I've always believed that the instruction
I received as a
child was far too eurocentric, but I was fortunate to get a
more
well-rounded education from my family. Like many others, I
still recognize
the importance of the traditional history lessons I learned,
but I also feel
that my children would benefit from a more complete
curricula.
I would appreciate pointers toward specific references,
since my topic is
also very specific, or toward general works of authors of
note who have
addressed these ideas - pro or con. I should be able to
find almost
anything in our library.
Thanks for your time.
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Date: Tue, 28 Sep 1999 09:46:38 -0400
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From: HARRIET JACKSON
Subject: Re: indigenous cultures
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Jace Weaver, of Cherokee origin, is an extraordinary scholar at Yale in
Religious Studies (he also has a law degree!). He would be a great source of
information and guidance on your topic, incorporating the voices of
Indigenous cultures in American history. His email is: Jace.Weaver@Yale.edu.
He was our academic advisor for the America Journey CD-ROM, The Native
American Experience.
Good luck!
Harriet Jackson
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-----Original Message-----
From: Weller, Eddie [mailto:EWelle@SJCD.CC.TX.US]
Sent: Tuesday, September 28, 1999 9:18 AM
To: CULTURALHISTORYFORUM@ASHP.LISTSERV.CUNY.EDU
Subject: Re: indigenous cultures
I can't necessarily give you references to articles and/or books that
espouse what you are saying, but I can send you to a few people who might be
helpful, since this was in their area. You might look at the book Our Moral
Duty: Educating Minority Students in the United States, edited by Dennis
Morrison (Westbury, Conn: Emancipation Press, 1996). Morrison is an
historian/geographer here.
Devon Abbott Mihesuah, Ph.D.-Northern Arizona University
Meg Schmidt Hacker, M.A.-Federal Records Center Fort Worth
Dave Edmunds, Ph.D.-Indiana University
I'm not sure how helpful this is, but you might try them.
EddieWeller
-----Original Message-----
From: Bryan [mailto:bbrattin@OCEAN.TAMU.EDU]
Sent: Monday, September 27, 1999 6:55 PM
To: CULTURALHISTORYFORUM@ASHP.LISTSERV.CUNY.EDU
Subject: indigenous cultures
I am starting research for a paper on a topic I chose, with
approval, on the
importance of including perspectives of indigenous peoples
when teaching
American History. I've always believed that the instruction
I received as a
child was far too eurocentric, but I was fortunate to get a
more
well-rounded education from my family. Like many others, I
still recognize
the importance of the traditional history lessons I learned,
but I also feel
that my children would benefit from a more complete
curricula.
I would appreciate pointers toward specific references,
since my topic is
also very specific, or toward general works of authors of
note who have
addressed these ideas - pro or con. I should be able to
find almost
anything in our library.
Thanks for your time.
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Date: Tue, 28 Sep 1999 10:29:23 -0500
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From: Amanda Rees
Subject: Re: indigenous cultures
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Dear Bryan:
In terms of US indigenous cultures you might find the web site and its
review (below) useful.
Yesterday there was a public radio broadcast from the National Press
Club, it was a speech by the head of the new American Indian museum
established by the Smithsonian Institute I believe. He talked a great
deal about the importance of history to Indian peoples. The text of his
speech will be on the web, look for National Public Radio (NPR), under
the National Press Club and you should be able to locate a copy. This,
it would seem, would be an excellent resource too.
Amanda
Amanda Rees, Ph.D.
American Studies Program
University of Missouri-Kansas City
Email: manda@unicom.net
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Name: Index of Native American Sources on the Internet
URL: http://www.hanksville.org/NAresources/
Resource Type: Directory / Index
Brief Description: This site is a "jump station" comprised of
thousands
of links to other sites dealing with nearly every imaginable aspect of
Native American life and culture.
Review: This index contains an estimated 5000 links divided into 31
different categories, including Native American culture, language,
history, education, and "indigenous knowledge." The site heavily
emphasizes Native American art, offering links to Indian galleries,
museums, and a wide range of Indian-related media. What distinguishes
this site from other "cultural" indexes is the focus on contemporary
political and commercial issues. In addition to categories devoted
entirely to Native American government, law, activism, and employment,
the site also provides resources on Indian health and gaming. Those
interested in alcoholism and gambling, two of the most controversial
issues facing Native Americans today, will find many useful links here.
For more generalized research, the site also offers links to
bibliographies, electronic texts, and virtual libraries. For Native
Americans themselves, a genealogical category might help one to trace
family roots. Although not all of the links are "guaranteed,"
navigability within the index itself is quick and smooth.
Suggestion for Use: This site is useful to anyone interested in Native
Americans, but because it contains an almost overwhelming number of
links, visitors should know what they need before they arrive. The
categorical organization and a small search engine provide some
guidance.
Reviewed by Harry J. Brown
Department of English, Lehigh University
hjb3@lehigh.edu