23 Questions
What does the acronym AAAS stand for?
American Association for the Advancement of Science
How many partner school districts were involved in the Alaska Rural Systemic Initiative (AKRSI)?
20
Which of the following was NOT one of the initiatives of the AKRSI?
Standardized testing and curriculum development
According to the image, which of the following is a quality associated with Western Science?
Quantitative
What does the map in the text represent?
The distribution of Indigenous languages in Alaska
According to the AAAS definition, what is traditional knowledge used for?
To sustain the community and its culture, and maintain genetic resources
What was the award bestowed upon Ray Barnhardt and Oscar Kawagley by the UAA College of Education?
The William Demmert Leadership Award
Why was Oscar Kawagley presented the award before his death?
He was battling cancer
What did Ray Barnhardt and Oscar Kawagley accomplish in their careers?
They established the Alaska Native Knowledge Network and created the Cultural Standards
What is the purpose of the William Demmert Leadership Award?
To honor individuals who have made significant contributions to Alaska Native education
What did Ray Barnhardt and Oscar Kawagley accomplish for Alaskan educators?
They provided a better understanding of the need for culturally responsive practices
What does the acronym 'UAA' stand for in the context of this text?
University of Alaska Anchorage
What is the title of the map mentioned in the text?
Native Peoples and Language of Alaska
Where can this map be found according to the text?
In government offices and schools
Who wrote the book 'Native Peoples and Language of Alaska' mentioned in the text?
Michael Krauss
Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the text?
The book 'Ecological Education in Action'
What is the focus of the article by Barnhart and Kawagley mentioned in the text?
Education Indigenous to Place: Western Science Meets Indigenous Reality
What was William Demmert's background?
He was Tlingit and Oglala Sioux
What degree did William Demmert earn from Harvard College?
Doctoral degree
What was William Demmert's role in the National Indian Education Association?
He was a founding member
What does the award established this year recognize?
Significant contributions to the education of Alaska Natives through advocacy, teaching, practice and outreach programs
What is one way that indigenous people have traditionally acquired knowledge?
Through direct experience in the natural world
What is one way that indigenous people's knowledge is described in the text?
Interconnected and holistic
Test your knowledge on Indigenous Knowledge Systems and Alaska Native Ways of Knowing, focusing on the work of Ray Barnhart and Angayuqaq Oscar Kawagley. Learn about their contributions to the field of Indigenous Knowledge and Culture.
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