Documenting Mohawk language loss and renewal: for Kawennakatste Mohawk language arts

Abstract

This project documents Aboriginal language loss and contemporary re-vitalization efforts within the Tyendinaga, Mohawk Territory. The significance of Aboriginal language retention and usage, for individuals and organizations invested in re-vitalization efforts, is explored and documented in a short film.

    Item Description
    Type
    Genre
    Contributors
    Date Issued
    2011
    Date (Unspecified)
    2011
    Language
    Table Of Contents

    Abstract -- Background -- Project summary -- Research areas -- Documentary film -- Documentary film research methodology -- Documentary film research protocol -- Summary of documentary film research findings -- Summary of literature review -- Summary of literature review findings -- Internal organizational review -- Organization history -- Mohawk language children's theatre project -- Production history -- Goals and objectives -- Conclusion -- Notes -- Appendix A: Literature review -- Appendix B: Sample interview questions -- Appendix C: Consent form -- Appendix D: Kahnawa:ke language law -- Appendix E: Project poster.

    Extent
    28 leaves : illustrations ; 29 x 24 cm. +1 DVD (12 cm).
    Rights
    Copyright is held by the author(s), with all rights reserved, unless otherwise noted.
    Dewey Classification
    497.50971
    Local Identifier
    TCRC Project ID: 4124
    Note

    Researcher Sue Collis.

    Includes bibliographic references.

    CAST 3810Y: Community Based Research Project.