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SPED 552 Native American & Multicultural Inclusion Melissa Pickar Addressing the educational needs of Native American and multicultural students requires evidence-based strategies that acknowledge and incorporate their unique cultural backgrounds and learning styles. These articles explore some effective approaches, including culturally responsive instruction, culturally relevant curriculum, and strong community and family involvement. These articles by Morgan (2009), Johnston-Goodstar & Roholt (2017), and the Regional Educational Laboratory Northwest (2018), highlight practical steps for educators like me to enhance our engagement, improve our academic outcomes, and support the retention of our Native American students in high school settings. In the article "What Every Teacher Needs to Know to Teach Native American Students", Hani Morgan, outlines some strategies that are essential for addressing the cultural and educational needs of these students. Morgan emphasizes the importance of teachers recognizing the cultural backgrounds and learning styles of Native American students. Native American students often experience a different upbringing compared to their mainstream peers, which influences their learning preferences. For instance, traditional Native American cultures often rely on observational learning, where students learn by watching and then imitating. This contrasts with the trial-and-error approach commonly used in many American classrooms. Teachers should incorporate more visual aids and demonstration-based instruction to align with this learning style. By doing so, Native American students can better relate to the material and feel more comfortable participating in classroom activities.
The Regional Educational Laboratory Northwest, highlights some strategies aimed at increasing graduation rates among American Indian students, in the article "Practices That May Help Prevent American Indian Students from Dropping Out of High School.” One I would like to highlight is the integration of Native American culture and history into the curriculum to create a learning environment that is more engaging and relevant. This can be achieved by developing and incorporating educational materials that reflect their cultural backgrounds and histories, ensuring these materials are used across subjects. They also discussed how important it is to build strong student-teacher and teacher-parent/guardian relationships. This is crucial for fostering a supportive learning environment. Teachers should take the time to understand their students' unique cultural and personal backgrounds and receive training in cultural competency and relationship- building techniques if necessary. Engaging our students’ families and communities in the educational process will also help to create a supportive network for students. Schools should host events and programs that involve families, such as parent-teacher conferences and community cultural events, and partner with local Native American organizations to provide additional support and resources. In the article "Our Kids Aren't Dropping Out; They’re Being Pushed Out: Native American Students and Racial Microaggressions in Schools" by Johnston-Goodstar and Roholt (2017), they looked at the impact of racial microaggressions on Native American students within the educational system. Identifying, recognizing, and addressing these various forms of microaggressions, such as stereotypes, exclusion, and invalidation of their cultural identity will foster an inclusive and supportive school climate. These
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