The Importance of Native Authorship in All Classrooms

Webinar Details

Native American voices have long been underrepresented in American education, both in the teaching profession and in the curricular materials students encounter. As a result, many students learn Native history primarily through incomplete or outdated narratives that overlook the diversity, resilience, and continued presence of Native nations beyond the nineteenth century.

This webinar examines how education has historically contributed to the erasure of Native perspectives and explores the important role that books by Native authors play in reshaping these narratives. Participants will consider how authentic Native voices deepen students’ understanding of history, culture, and contemporary Native communities. Educators will leave with practical strategies for incorporating works by Native authors into their classrooms and fostering more accurate, inclusive, and meaningful learning experiences.

Instructor: Dezi Lynn, National Indian Education Association