Indigenous Knowledge Systems and Alaska Native Ways of Knowing Quiz

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What does the acronym AAAS stand for?

Association for Alaskan Aboriginal Studies

Arctic Association for Alaskan Studies

Alaskan Association for Advancement of Science

American Association for the Advancement of Science (correct)

How many partner school districts were involved in the Alaska Rural Systemic Initiative (AKRSI)?

25

15

18

20 (correct)

Which of the following was NOT one of the initiatives of the AKRSI?

Standardized testing and curriculum development (correct)

Elders and cultural camps/academy of elders

Indigenous science knowledge base/multimedia cultural atlas development

Native ways of knowing/parent involvement

According to the image, which of the following is a quality associated with Western Science?

Quantitative Signup and view all the answers

What does the map in the text represent?

The distribution of Indigenous languages in Alaska Signup and view all the answers

According to the AAAS definition, what is traditional knowledge used for?

To sustain the community and its culture, and maintain genetic resources Signup and view all the answers

What was the award bestowed upon Ray Barnhardt and Oscar Kawagley by the UAA College of Education?

The William Demmert Leadership Award Signup and view all the answers

Why was Oscar Kawagley presented the award before his death?

He was battling cancer Signup and view all the answers

What did Ray Barnhardt and Oscar Kawagley accomplish in their careers?

They established the Alaska Native Knowledge Network and created the Cultural Standards Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the William Demmert Leadership Award?

To honor individuals who have made significant contributions to Alaska Native education Signup and view all the answers

What did Ray Barnhardt and Oscar Kawagley accomplish for Alaskan educators?

They provided a better understanding of the need for culturally responsive practices Signup and view all the answers

What does the acronym 'UAA' stand for in the context of this text?

University of Alaska Anchorage Signup and view all the answers

What is the title of the map mentioned in the text?

Native Peoples and Language of Alaska Signup and view all the answers

Where can this map be found according to the text?

In government offices and schools Signup and view all the answers

Who wrote the book 'Native Peoples and Language of Alaska' mentioned in the text?

Michael Krauss Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the text?

The book 'Ecological Education in Action' Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of the article by Barnhart and Kawagley mentioned in the text?

Education Indigenous to Place: Western Science Meets Indigenous Reality Signup and view all the answers

What was William Demmert's background?

He was Tlingit and Oglala Sioux Signup and view all the answers

What degree did William Demmert earn from Harvard College?

Doctoral degree Signup and view all the answers

What was William Demmert's role in the National Indian Education Association?

He was a founding member Signup and view all the answers

What does the award established this year recognize?

Significant contributions to the education of Alaska Natives through advocacy, teaching, practice and outreach programs Signup and view all the answers

What is one way that indigenous people have traditionally acquired knowledge?

Through direct experience in the natural world Signup and view all the answers

What is one way that indigenous people's knowledge is described in the text?

Interconnected and holistic Signup and view all the answers