Cultural Connections Guide and Educator Training

A free interactive training for Alaska guides and educators. This course explores Alaska Native cultures and how to respectfully share information with summer visitors. Estimated time commitment: 2–4 hours.

Modules

1. Diversity of Alaska Native People
2. Resilience of Alaska Native Cultures
3. Cultural Celebrations
4. Sharing Respectfully

Learning Outcomes 

1. Students will be able to identify and demonstrate communication methods that privilege Alaska Native perspectives
2. Students will be able to articulate a high level perspective of the legal landscape for Alaska Natives
3. Students will be able to describe some of the key aspects of Alaska Native culture
4. Students will be able to clearly explain why Alaska Native cultures matter
5. Students will be able to articulate how they choose what they share about Alaska Native cultures while guiding