Congress found that Native American language should be preserved not prohibited in classrooms. I am for the preservation of Native American culture. I was unaware that Native Americans had their own language which is indicative of the fact that their language is being wiped out. Native American language should not be prohibited in classrooms. Maybe America should have classes that teach Native American language as a second language like French and Spanish. I don’t think using Native American language in classrooms is detrimental to Native speakers ability to thrive in classrooms.
It is a shame that on occasion we hear that we are losing languages as time progresses; language seems so important for studying the human condition that any and all languages we can get our hands on seems of the utmost importance. I am glad to hear that Bush I signed the Act that was passed by Congress. Given the travesties that the Native Americans have endured, this is great. Though any language should be used in the public education system if there exists a need for students to learn in their own tongue.
The preservation of a culture is something that is always important. There are many different things to learn about one's own culture through the eyes of another. I think it was wrong of the government to enforce the English language on the Native Americans. Forcing people to learn a second language is not right, it should be one’s own choice and not something that is forced up him or her. In forcing someone to do that, society is stripping them away of their rights to be their own person and learn what they want to learn. I found this article very interesting and informative.
“American Indian Language Policy and School Success” brings up the very complicated topic of what role languages other than English should play in American schools. This is a multifaceted issue that is different for every ethnic group represented in American schools. I agree that diversity (linguistic and cultural) is very important and should not be completely repressed. However, I do think that English should be the language of instruction because it is what the majority of the US population speaks. Bilingual education and ESL programs should be employed when necessary, but only as tools to produce English speakers. I’m not saying languages other than English are bad, only that, in order to have a well-functioning school system, all the students need to have the same language of instruction.
I believe that Native American language should be preserved in their schools and taught. Native Americans were one of the first people in America. In high school we are taught french or Spanish, so why aren't they allow to learn their native language in their schools. Native Americans endured hardship since the beginning of colonization. I believe they Naive Americans are owned their own education about their traditions,culture,and language.
I think it is great that Bush signed this act, but in actuality, congress was not doing that mighty of a feat. The Act was giving Native Americans something that they should have had all along. Native Americans have a right to carry on their peoples language, and culture. The fact that an act had to be written and passed to give these people permission to teach their native language is kind of ridiculous. However, it does show that people care and want to help preserve Native American culture, something I really support.
After reading this article, many facts in which I were unaware of their existence were presented. The Native American language consist of multiple languages; although I am unaware if the Native American language exist as a primary language for all Native Americans soley, or if there are multiple Native American tribes whose combination of language compose the universal language: reading this article enlightened me to the fact that at one point, speaking your primary language of preference was once forbidden. Due to this, the generations in which missed the days of speaking freely also missed out on the language itself. In which case; toleration of denying ones right to speak their primary language is unacceptable, and the teaching of multiple languages should be offered sooner in educational sceneries.
The preservation of the Native American languages should have never been in question. Being that the U.S. has no national language, I don't understand how they can force a group of people to learn one particular language. Asking people to give up their culture goes against what this nation was founded on. I don't think congress did anything special or deserves any kind of praise for giving people the right to speak their own language.
I think that Native American language and culture is disappearing. Language is very important to any culture. I don't see why the US government would make people give up their language. Once an language is lost its lost forever.
I took a Philosophy class last semester, which looked into the history of the US and how history has made up the american mind today. One of the poignant moments of that class was reading about Columbus's invasion into the Americas and his Requerimento to the natives. Reading this article, which talks about the legal benefits that natives are slowly gaining back, I realize that we as a nation have not made much progress. I find it sad to think that Native Americans were here all along and although we were the ones to force them into limited numbers, we are also the ones patting ourselves on the back for returning to them small legal rights.
I am for the preservation of Native American culture. I was deeply sadden by the fact that Native Americans had their own language, but it had been wiped out. I believe that allowing Native American languages to be taught in modern classrooms would not even be a small act of retribution to that race of people. it is extremely sad that as America continues to advance, more and more history is lost.
I am one hundred percent for the preservation of Native American Culture. It is a part of our history, and I am angry by the fact that Native Americans language was wiped out. I believe that teaching Native American language in classrooms would allow us to learn a piece of our own history. Native Americans are not treated as justly as they should be. Not only is their language wiped out but the textbooks are leaving out important information about this culture.
I believe in the preservation of any culture, though I am more prominently for the preservation of Native Americans. It is a vastly rich culture that can teach us so much, and considering we took most of what they have, the least we can do is learn from them. I do not think it is fair that their languages are being wiped out either; there is not enough information on these cultures for us to learn about so it is no wonder everything is being lost.
I believe that language is a part of who someone is. It can tell a person where he or she is from and it’s a big part of their culture. Taking the Native American Language away and not letting it be taught was wrong; it’s letting go of history and then pushing the English culture on them. I agree with the Native American Language Act because that kind of history should be cherished and taught in our schools. I find it upsetting that an Act had to be enforced for that right to come in place. I do agree to have order in the classroom it is ideal to all speak one language, but sometimes that is not possible and cooperation is needed. Our world is made up of different languages that make us unique; I don’t think that should be a reason to separate us completely.
The article American Indian Language Policy and School Success speaks about the Native Americans and their language, and how to change Indian education without repeating mistakes of the past. This article basically gives the reader a timeline of events that finally led to President Bush signing the Native American Languages Act in 1990, which basically says that the United States should work together with the Native Americans to make certain that the Native American’s cultural and language does not become extinct to them. It is evident that the Native American’s need to learn how to speak English, so they will be able to survive in America, but it is very important not to “Americanize” them. In the past, the Indians would have to go to boarding schools to try to learn English. This served as a negative thing for them because while they were away, they missed out on learning about the customs and techniques of their own people. Also, the missionaries were speaking to the Indians in English, which made it very hard on them because a lot of times they did not understand what was being said. The textbooks used in the boarding schools reflected an all-white middle class culture, so the Indian’s found it extremely hard to relate to the books. A major issue was that eventually the students would learn how to read English fluently, but they did not understand what they read. Another problem was that often times the teachers did not have the appropriate training to teach the Indians. They would have to take an exam, but the exam tested general knowledge rather than specific knowledge needed for the job that they were applying for. Many candidates thought that they would be tested on tribal history and reservation conditions, but this was not the case. The exam was basically designed for teachers of mainstream students, and this was a major issue. So, teachers who could have been a great match for the Indians did not get the job simply because of this exam. The purpose of this article is to give readers a little history about the Indian’s education, and to try to come up with ways that their education can be enhanced. The Indian’s are really intelligent, but the way that they have been taught has not worked for them. It is very important that their culture and language is respected in the English learning process because this will help them to not lose sight of who they really are.
I am always for the preservation of any culture. It is good that congress has voted for the use of Native American language to be used in school. I was unaware of the Native American language before this. It is important for any culture to maintain its language, because it is one of the most culture oriented things that can be passed from multiple generations.
This article was very informative. Some of this information is very helpful to me seeing that my mothers great grand parents were Native Americans. I find it kind of strange how Americans thought they knew the best way to teach Natives a new language. I don't believe that the Americans really gave the native any other option but the learn the Americans ways. The way they taught them was good. They adapted to their way of life without really losing their culture. Made me proud to have Native blood in my veins
I am for the preservation of the Native American language. I feel that is should be treated like any other language and respected and for its cultural significance and for what it means to the people that use it. The fact that we even have to fight for a language to be preserved is ridiculous. It should be treated just like any other cultural artifact.
I also believe that the Native American language should not be disregarded. It is just as important as any other language. I find it appaling that they are accepting new kinds of languages such as Texting language, yet an actual language that has been around for a very long time is going to be taken away. We already took over their land, what more is there to do? Taking their language away would be an awful thing.
I believe that the Native American language should be preserved at all costs. It is one of our nations first languages and it is important to our history as a nation to preserve it. The Native Americans are sacred people and they deserve their language to be honored and remembered. Our country owes Native Americans that much for all that the Native Americans have done for us. Besides, preserving any kind of dying language is beneficial to our history and knowledge.
Language is a part of culture. By taking away the Native American language it would be destroying a very important part of a culture. I don't know how this could even be considered. It blows my mind. Culture should be preserved and the Native American language is an important part of a culture.
Congress found that Native American language should be preserved not prohibited in classrooms. I am for the preservation of Native American culture. I was unaware that Native Americans had their own language which is indicative of the fact that their language is being wiped out. Native American language should not be prohibited in classrooms. Maybe America should have classes that teach Native American language as a second language like French and Spanish. I don’t think using Native American language in classrooms is detrimental to Native speakers ability to thrive in classrooms.
ReplyDeleteIt is a shame that on occasion we hear that we are losing languages as time progresses; language seems so important for studying the human condition that any and all languages we can get our hands on seems of the utmost importance. I am glad to hear that Bush I signed the Act that was passed by Congress. Given the travesties that the Native Americans have endured, this is great. Though any language should be used in the public education system if there exists a need for students to learn in their own tongue.
ReplyDeleteThe preservation of a culture is something that is always important. There are many different things to learn about one's own culture through the eyes of another. I think it was wrong of the government to enforce the English language on the Native Americans. Forcing people to learn a second language is not right, it should be one’s own choice and not something that is forced up him or her. In forcing someone to do that, society is stripping them away of their rights to be their own person and learn what they want to learn. I found this article very interesting and informative.
ReplyDelete“American Indian Language Policy and School Success” brings up the very complicated topic of what role languages other than English should play in American schools. This is a multifaceted issue that is different for every ethnic group represented in American schools. I agree that diversity (linguistic and cultural) is very important and should not be completely repressed. However, I do think that English should be the language of instruction because it is what the majority of the US population speaks. Bilingual education and ESL programs should be employed when necessary, but only as tools to produce English speakers. I’m not saying languages other than English are bad, only that, in order to have a well-functioning school system, all the students need to have the same language of instruction.
ReplyDeleteI believe that Native American language should be preserved in their schools and taught. Native Americans were one of the first people in America. In high school we are taught french or Spanish, so why aren't they allow to learn their native language in their schools. Native Americans endured hardship since the beginning of colonization. I believe they Naive Americans are owned their own education about their traditions,culture,and language.
ReplyDeleteI think it is great that Bush signed this act, but in actuality, congress was not doing that mighty of a feat. The Act was giving Native Americans something that they should have had all along. Native Americans have a right to carry on their peoples language, and culture. The fact that an act had to be written and passed to give these people permission to teach their native language is kind of ridiculous. However, it does show that people care and want to help preserve Native American culture, something I really support.
ReplyDeleteAfter reading this article, many facts in which I were unaware of their existence were presented. The Native American language consist of multiple languages; although I am unaware if the Native American language exist as a primary language for all Native Americans soley, or if there are multiple Native American tribes whose combination of language compose the universal language: reading this article enlightened me to the fact that at one point, speaking your primary language of preference was once forbidden. Due to this, the generations in which missed the days of speaking freely also missed out on the language itself. In which case; toleration of denying ones right to speak their primary language is unacceptable, and the teaching of multiple languages should be offered sooner in educational sceneries.
ReplyDeleteThe preservation of the Native American languages should have never been in question. Being that the U.S. has no national language, I don't understand how they can force a group of people to learn one particular language. Asking people to give up their culture goes against what this nation was founded on. I don't think congress did anything special or deserves any kind of praise for giving people the right to speak their own language.
ReplyDeleteI think that Native American language and culture is disappearing. Language is very important to any culture. I don't see why the US government would make people give up their language. Once an language is lost its lost forever.
ReplyDeleteI took a Philosophy class last semester, which looked into the history of the US and how history has made up the american mind today. One of the poignant moments of that class was reading about Columbus's invasion into the Americas and his Requerimento to the natives. Reading this article, which talks about the legal benefits that natives are slowly gaining back, I realize that we as a nation have not made much progress. I find it sad to think that Native Americans were here all along and although we were the ones to force them into limited numbers, we are also the ones patting ourselves on the back for returning to them small legal rights.
ReplyDeleteI am for the preservation of Native American culture. I was deeply sadden by the fact that Native Americans had their own language, but it had been wiped out. I believe that allowing Native American languages to be taught in modern classrooms would not even be a small act of retribution to that race of people. it is extremely sad that as America continues to advance, more and more history is lost.
ReplyDeleteI am one hundred percent for the preservation of Native American Culture. It is a part of our history, and I am angry by the fact that Native Americans language was wiped out. I believe that teaching Native American language in classrooms would allow us to learn a piece of our own history. Native Americans are not treated as justly as they should be. Not only is their language wiped out but the textbooks are leaving out important information about this culture.
ReplyDeleteI believe in the preservation of any culture, though I am more prominently for the preservation of Native Americans. It is a vastly rich culture that can teach us so much, and considering we took most of what they have, the least we can do is learn from them. I do not think it is fair that their languages are being wiped out either; there is not enough information on these cultures for us to learn about so it is no wonder everything is being lost.
ReplyDeleteI believe that language is a part of who someone is. It can tell a person where he or she is from and it’s a big part of their culture. Taking the Native American Language away and not letting it be taught was wrong; it’s letting go of history and then pushing the English culture on them. I agree with the Native American Language Act because that kind of history should be cherished and taught in our schools. I find it upsetting that an Act had to be enforced for that right to come in place. I do agree to have order in the classroom it is ideal to all speak one language, but sometimes that is not possible and cooperation is needed. Our world is made up of different languages that make us unique; I don’t think that should be a reason to separate us completely.
ReplyDeleteThe article American Indian Language Policy and School Success speaks about the Native Americans and their language, and how to change Indian education without repeating mistakes of the past. This article basically gives the reader a timeline of events that finally led to President Bush signing the Native American Languages Act in 1990, which basically says that the United States should work together with the Native Americans to make certain that the Native American’s cultural and language does not become extinct to them. It is evident that the Native American’s need to learn how to speak English, so they will be able to survive in America, but it is very important not to “Americanize” them. In the past, the Indians would have to go to boarding schools to try to learn English. This served as a negative thing for them because while they were away, they missed out on learning about the customs and techniques of their own people. Also, the missionaries were speaking to the Indians in English, which made it very hard on them because a lot of times they did not understand what was being said. The textbooks used in the boarding schools reflected an all-white middle class culture, so the Indian’s found it extremely hard to relate to the books. A major issue was that eventually the students would learn how to read English fluently, but they did not understand what they read. Another problem was that often times the teachers did not have the appropriate training to teach the Indians. They would have to take an exam, but the exam tested general knowledge rather than specific knowledge needed for the job that they were applying for. Many candidates thought that they would be tested on tribal history and reservation conditions, but this was not the case. The exam was basically designed for teachers of mainstream students, and this was a major issue. So, teachers who could have been a great match for the Indians did not get the job simply because of this exam.
ReplyDeleteThe purpose of this article is to give readers a little history about the Indian’s education, and to try to come up with ways that their education can be enhanced. The Indian’s are really intelligent, but the way that they have been taught has not worked for them. It is very important that their culture and language is respected in the English learning process because this will help them to not lose sight of who they really are.
I am always for the preservation of any culture. It is good that congress has voted for the use of Native American language to be used in school. I was unaware of the Native American language before this. It is important for any culture to maintain its language, because it is one of the most culture oriented things that can be passed from multiple generations.
ReplyDeleteThis article was very informative. Some of this information is very helpful to me seeing that my mothers great grand parents were Native Americans. I find it kind of strange how Americans thought they knew the best way to teach Natives a new language. I don't believe that the Americans really gave the native any other option but the learn the Americans ways. The way they taught them was good. They adapted to their way of life without really losing their culture. Made me proud to have Native blood in my veins
ReplyDeleteI am for the preservation of the Native American language. I feel that is should be treated like any other language and respected and for its cultural significance and for what it means to the people that use it. The fact that we even have to fight for a language to be preserved is ridiculous. It should be treated just like any other cultural artifact.
ReplyDeleteI also believe that the Native American language should not be disregarded. It is just as important as any other language. I find it appaling that they are accepting new kinds of languages such as Texting language, yet an actual language that has been around for a very long time is going to be taken away. We already took over their land, what more is there to do? Taking their language away would be an awful thing.
ReplyDeleteI believe that the Native American language should be preserved at all costs. It is one of our nations first languages and it is important to our history as a nation to preserve it. The Native Americans are sacred people and they deserve their language to be honored and remembered. Our country owes Native Americans that much for all that the Native Americans have done for us. Besides, preserving any kind of dying language is beneficial to our history and knowledge.
ReplyDeleteLanguage is a part of culture. By taking away the Native American language it would be destroying a very important part of a culture. I don't know how this could even be considered. It blows my mind. Culture should be preserved and the Native American language is an important part of a culture.
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