Tag Archives: native science

Got My Pickaxe Handy

Posted on January 16, 2011 by Cynthia (Istá Thó Thó) Coleman Emery

It’s a daunting task to study Native science and Western science, drilling down through the crust and mantle to examine the core of what centers our beliefs. While some scholars point to power and capital, I find it stops the … Continue reading →

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What if it’s Not There?

Posted on January 12, 2011 by Cynthia (Istá Thó Thó) Coleman Emery

How can you study something that’s not there?

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It’s a Dream

Posted on January 6, 2011 by Cynthia (Istá Thó Thó) Coleman Emery

My head is wrapped around grant applications for my work in science communication: so much so that I’m dreaming about it. Serves me right.I read an article on learning and teaching that pointed out Indian ways-of-knowing embrace dreams as part … Continue reading →

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No Word for Science

Posted on November 30, 2010 by Cynthia (Istá Thó Thó) Coleman Emery

I’ve been listening to Osage language tapes since I returned from Greyhorse this summer.

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Making Meaning

Posted on October 28, 2010 by Cynthia (Istá Thó Thó) Coleman Emery

I want to return to meaning-making and, again, thank you for letting me think out loud.

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