Needs of American Indians and Alaskan Native Families

Question 1

What does "funds of knowledge" refer to?

Accepted Answer

Cultural and linguistic knowledge families bring to learning

Question 2

FACE programs have helped reduce special education placements among AI/AN students.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 3

What is a common barrier to accessing literacy services in rural AI/AN communities?

Accepted Answer

Poor roads and lack of transportation

Question 4

AI and AN families often distrust formal education systems due to past experiences with boarding schools.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 5

Which of the following is a culturally appropriate literacy resource for AI/AN families?

Accepted Answer

Talk Story Project

Question 6

Indigenous oral traditions are not considered valuable in formal literacy programs.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 7

What is one recommended strategy for educators working with AI/AN families?

Accepted Answer

Incorporate tribal knowledge and culture into lessons

Question 8

How many Indigenous languages are spoken among American Indian and Alaska Native communities in the U.S.?

Accepted Answer

More than 200

Question 9

Which program supports AI/AN families with children from prenatal to Grade 3 by integrating literacy and culture?

Accepted Answer

FACE Program

Question 10

What is one key reason adult literacy is important in AI/AN family literacy development?

Accepted Answer

Adults serve as models and mentors in literacy

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