Final Reflection

Boozhoo,

Benefit of technology & Creating a learning Community

With this rather new phenomenon, and through my involvement in Ceremonies and with Elders and Traditional Teachers, that Aboriginal conceptions of reality still remain true to the Original Instructions given by the Creator and the traditions that have been passed down through countless generations. Many traditonal minded Natives continue to share their knowledge and explore the complexity of Creation in a traditional way. However, it is also, I believe, appropriate to suggest that we live in a time when new generations are gradually beginning to discuss their traditions in new ways. Traditional knowledge also recognizes that there are given assumptions or beliefs that must be acknowledged. Assumptions and beliefs are thorny issues in academia; nevertheless, they exist as a foundational structure within this traditional method. Assumptions and beliefs are generally defined. This definition can be misleading, potentially bringing one to the conclusion that there is no rigorous system implied in a Traditional method. It is here that we have the first instance of confusion based in language.
The only drawback, that I experienced in this journey was my laptop was not compatiable to complete all work, it wasn't until I met Brian in Hayward on Saturday April 17 and using his laptop to get up to speed. I am going to purchase a Mac this summer.
This led me to when I was leanring the speech and figuring out how to get it to class, my brother who lives in Wausau helped to record a CD on his Mac, which has the software garage band (awesome) and this will be helpful looking ahead to using more technology in our big assignment with Mary in producing a curriculum DVD or CD.

I want to say Migwech to Waabishkimakwa for all the support and teachings.

Ahaw
Chi-abay