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<DIV>A number of methods are used for teaching indigenous languages. One that
seems commonly used for teaching Native American languages in the U.S. is a
focus on memorization of colors, numbers, and names of animals.</DIV>
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<DIV>Does anyone know where this approach to language teaching originated? Might
it reflect how the teachers themselves were taught English in boarding or
reservation schools? Might it reflect perceived requirements on the part of
school, state, or federal administrators?</DIV>
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<DIV>Do any of you know of any programs where there has been a shift from
memorization of word lists toward creating conversational fluency in the
indigenous language?</DIV>
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<DIV>Wayne</DIV>
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