FDL Gegaanzongejig Ji-Aabadak Ojibwemowin Language Program
The following objectives were generated from the goals listed and outline key phases of the project that are needed to ensure overall success: Objective 1: Making an application process to hire individuals to learn the language as Apprentices. Objective 2: Work with out First Language Speakers that work within our program to serve as Master speakers and assist in the development of learning and speaking skills of the Apprentices. Objective 3: Develop a handbook for the successful implementation of the Master Apprentice project. This includes schedules, strategies, and a curriculum that details the learning content and activities utilized by the Masters and Apprentices.
Outcome 1: There will be two language Apprentices that will develop into functional speakers of Ojibwemowin. Outcome 2: These Apprentices will have their language speaking abilities assessed annually to show growth. Outcome 3: Findings will be shared with the language learning community on how the project succeeded and, maybe more importantly, where we failed at times.