Exam 7: Diversity and Equity: Schooling and American Indians

In the reading by Collier, there are several references to the importance of discovering what motivates the "being of the individual or group." This is a key emphasis in policies related to

Collier emphasized that "deep and central preoccupations can be helped to apply themselves to new and practical ends." This reflects liberal reformers' desire for

The notion that the strength of a society depends in part on the extent to which cultural differences are honored for their contribution to diversity reflects

The authors are of the view that Collier's film censorship illustrated his

Collier's emphasis on "efficient and democratic administration" reflected the view that

Navajo educator Dillon Platero's contrast between Indian "control" and "involvement" in their children's schools is intended to show that

Navajo educator Ethelou Yazzie's main concern for Indian education is to

During his tenure as commissioner of Indian affairs between the early 1930s and 1945, John Collier

From the 1930s to the 1940s, the growth of Indian boarding schools decreased compared to an increase in public schools because the boarding schools were

Compare and contrast the treatment of African American education and Native American education from the end of the Civil War into the 20th century. What are some of the important similarities and differences? Do these provide any understanding of why African Americans were able to maintain quality schooling for their children throughout the worst times and Native Americans found this more difficult? What are the implications for schooling for these populations today?

Which of the following is true of the Iroquois?

Willard Walcott Beatty's progressive administrative approach to Indian education included

W. Carson Ryan, John Collier, and Willard W. Beatty shaped Indian education reform in the 20th century. These individuals believed that

Collier's regard for "scientific planning," "scientific evaluation," and "the science of society" is characteristic of

Beatty's educational view is similar to the approach of

How have American Indians in general responded to previous Indian affairs policies?

The trading power held by Indians was derived from their

The U.S. Constitution prohibits individual states from engaging in treaties with Native Americans because

Helen Hunt Jackson's book Century of Dishonor describes U.S. relations with Native American people during the 19th and early 20th centuries. Indicate why this characterization might also be an appropriate designation for U.S. policy regarding Native American education during the 20th century.

Assimilationist efforts can have