Ojibwe Language and Culture
Ojibwe people are very concerned about losing their language and culture. Dr. Anton Treuer, in his book Loss of Language and Culture estimates that there are fewer than 1,000 Ojibwe speakers in the United States with nearly all of them residing in Minnesota, and a majority of them from Red Lake.
Dr. Treuer states, "Language and culture go hand in hand".
Minnesota Ojibwe have begun many things to preserve their language. The Minnesota Legislature has written legislation recognizing the importance of preserving Indian languages by providing funding for Immersion Schools.
On the following pages, please explore the links between language and culture through storytelling, ceremonies and Ojibwe words.
http://indiancountrytodaymedianetwork.com/2012/06/02/the-importance-of-ojibwe-language-revitalization-115692#ixzz2CiZfckXL
Dr. Treuer states, "Language and culture go hand in hand".
Minnesota Ojibwe have begun many things to preserve their language. The Minnesota Legislature has written legislation recognizing the importance of preserving Indian languages by providing funding for Immersion Schools.
On the following pages, please explore the links between language and culture through storytelling, ceremonies and Ojibwe words.
http://indiancountrytodaymedianetwork.com/2012/06/02/the-importance-of-ojibwe-language-revitalization-115692#ixzz2CiZfckXL