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The 2016-2017 protests over the Dakota Access Pipeline (DAPL) motivated Camille Seaman to create "We Are Still Here," a photo essay featuring portraits of contemporary Native Americans who protested the pipeline. This eight-page packet, designed to accompany the photo essay, includes background information about the pipeline, a lesson plan, discussion questions, writing prompts, and links to resources for those who wish to research the pipeline debate in greater detail.
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Concepts
native american culture, native american history, native american tribes, native americans, north american native americans, stereotypes, protests, non-violent protest, environmental safety, photo stories, photograph analysis, photojournalism, portraiture, author's perspective, consumerism, respect, critical thinking
Instructional Ideas
- Begin the class by projecting the portraits without captions or commentary and then have groups view the portraits a second time with captions
- Use the resource during November's Native American Heritage Month
- For those who wish to expand the investigation of water rights, check out "The Water Lady: A savior among the Navajo" from the CBS Sunday Morning Show
Classroom Considerations
- Requires a projection device with internet to show the portraits
- Groups require devices with internet to access the photos for their research
Pros
- The portraits may be viewed with or without captions
- The discussion questions are designed to have learners think critically about the issues involved in the debate and the protests
- Discussion questions and writing prompts are available in both English and Spanish
Cons
- None