Ojibwemowin: Learning the Ojibwe Language
The Ojibwemowin, Learning the Ojibwe Language.' The station will create new episodes of this segment which introduces conversational Ojibwe back into the community's daily lives. This is a critical endeavor as more and more Ojibwe language speakers pass away, threatening the future of the language. Since repetition and memorizing is key to acquiring this language, that is the instructor's and the show's main focus. During this 10-minute program, the host-instructor teaches the core meanings and the stories associated with the words, while focusing on Ojibwe language and the basic fundamentals. Listeners learn more, building on what was taught in the previous week. Ojibwemowin has many dialects, and the host-instructor helps listeners get past that potential confusion with this approach. The Ojibwemowin, Learning the Ojibwe Language' is an invaluable program creating a wider understanding and knowledge of this beautiful language, and an important tool in keeping the language alive.
Result in more locally and Minnesota content produced by public radio. Result in more content produced by public radio, educating listeners about Minnesota's Native American culture and history