I received permission this week to do an Ojibwe Language and Culture program at work. I have been busy designing my curriculum. It will be a simple introductory program, one hour per week for four weeks, brown bag lunch which introduces Casino Associates to Ojibwe language and culture. I figure it is a good way to practice my language and teaching skills. I plan on implementing some of the software technology as a class room visual and language practice. Even though there will be some language involved (introduction to double vowel system and general language skills) the cultural component is what I am focusing on, due to the fact that many people who work at our Casino have no knowledge of our language or culture. I plan on building on past programs I have done for beginning Ojibwe language students and enhancing it through technology. I am excited and at the same time a little frightened.
My speech is coming along slowly. I called an elder today who has agreed to work with me this coming week. Again I am excited and fearful. I believe the way we grow as a person is to over come our fears. Wish me luck!
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Boozhoo:
ReplyDeleteThat is such exciting news - I am so happy you are doing this :). So many of our organizations need this kind of work to happen and it is fantastic you are able to help :) Teaching is one of the most powerful ways to learn - it really makes us accountable to the content so we tend to learn it that much better and deeper.
I so admire that you are going to be working with an Elder on the speech - you have such tremendous dedication :) Please know that you can edit out parts that don't seem to fit or flow as well - pick only what is comfortable to you. I am excited to see (hear) how it comes together for you :) Miigwech.