The Certificate in Dena’ina Language Instruction prepares students for applying knowledge, resources, and skills appropriate for a variety of entry-level jobs that use Dena’ina Dene language and for teaching beginning Dena’ina Language. Students who earn this certificate will be able to demonstrate a level of low intermediate speech ability and demonstrate proficiency in beginning Dena’ina language instruction. The style of Dena’ina taught in this program is Upper and Inland.
Admission Requirements
- Complete the Admission Requirements for Undergraduate Certificates.
Special Considerations
- For students who will complete a field study placement, they will have to be prepared to complete a background check if their site requires one.
Graduation Requirements
- Complete the General University Requirements for Undergraduate Certificates.
- Complete the following major requirements with a minimum grade of C:
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| AKNS A101F | Elementary Dena'ina Language I | 4 |
| AKNS A102F | Elementary Dena'ina Language II | 4 |
| AKNS A114F | Dena'ina Reading and Writing | 4 |
| AKNS A240F | Alaska Native Cultural Orientation: Dena'ina | 3 |
| AKNS A292B | Alaska Native Language Conversational Fluency Intensive 1 | 1 |
| AKNS A301 | Introduction to Indigenous Language Revitalization | 1 |
| AKNS A395 | Native Language Instructor Practicum | 3 |
| AKNS A421 | Indigenous Language Curriculum Design & Instruction | 3 |
| AKNS A495A | Indigenous Language Instructor Internship | 3 |
| Total | 26 | |
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Must be in Dena'ina Language
A minimum of 30 credits is required for the certificate.
Program Student Learning Outcomes
Students graduating with an Undergraduate Certificate in Dena'ina Language Instruction will be able to:
- Demonstrate low intermediate speaking proficiency, with conversational speaking skills as described in the ACTFL Guidelines standards.
- Read and comprehend basic Dena’ina, including words and sentences pertaining to everyday topics, at a level comparable to their speaking proficiency on ACTFL standards.
- Locate and assess Dena’ina Dene language resources and reference materials for diverse situations and proficiency levels.
- Demonstrate knowledge of Dena’ina history, culture, arts, and issues in the Dena'ina region.
- Examine cross-cultural communication, cultural values, and working with Elders.
- Write beginner lessons in Dena’ina language
- Deliver beginner lessons in Dena’ina language in classroom settings.