An Investigation of How Culture Shapes Curriculum in Early Care and Education Programs on a Native American Indian Reservation |
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| Authors: | Jennifer L Gilliard Rita A Moore |
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| Institution: | (1) Department of Education, Early Childhood Division, The University of Montana – Western, 710 S. Atlantic Street, Dillon, MT 59725, USA;(2) Department of Education, The University of Montana – Western, 710 S. Atlantic Street, Dillon, MT 59725, USA |
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| Abstract: | This article investigates how culture shapes instruction in three early care and education programs on the Flathead Indian Reservation. Interviews with eight early childhood teachers as well as classroom observations were conducted. The investigation is framed by the following research question: How does the culture of the family and community shape curriculum? Data analysis suggested that ongoing communication with parents and community about teaching within a culturally relevant context, building a sense of belongingness and community through ritual, and respecting children, families, and community were essential to defining the Native American Indian culture within these early learning programs. |
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| Keywords: | culture in tribal early education programs |
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