The University of Arizona and Department of Language, Reading & Culture invite you to the 29th American Indian Language Development Institute (AILDI). AILDI 2008 will have a special focus on Native teachers in the classroom and language. Special topics will include NCLB & Native students, language immersion methods in the classroom, Native children's literature & writing and schooling in Native American communities.Our theme, Creating Spaces for Indigenous Languages in Everyday Life reflects this emphasis and will be highlighted with guest speakers, presentations, activities, projects, and fieldtrips. AILDI provides a unique educational experience for teachers of Native children. The AILDI format offers Native and non-Native teachers the opportunity to becomeresearchers, practitioners, bilingual/bicultural curriculum |
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specialists, and especially effective language teachers. The common concern of language loss, revitalization and maintenance brings educators, parents, tribal leaders and community members to this university setting to study methods for teaching Native languages and cultures and to develop materials. |
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| Download our 2008 Brochure here. | ||
