Lesson Plan

Indigenous Language Revitalization in California

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A film showcases a Native American woman and her hard work to create a dictionary detailing her tribe's language. While viewing, scholars reflect upon and discuss the importance of language and sustaining cultural identity. 

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CCSS: Designed
Instructional Ideas
  • Direct pairs to read subtitles to each other 
  • Conduct the lesson over two days; begin with the video, then extend the learning with the "What's Happening Now" section 
Classroom Considerations
  • Requires wifi, audio, and projection for the video
  • Preparation includes making copies 
Pros
  • Provides stop-times to guide discussion points during the video
  • Explores current updates since the film
Cons
  • None