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Pacific Northwest Salmon Habitat: The Culvert Case and the Power of Treaties

Jovana J. Brown, PhD and Brian Footen

American Indian tribes in the Pacific Northwest signed treaties with the federal government in the 1850’s that preserved their right to fish in their “usual and accustomed” fishing grounds.

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So You Want to Buy a Pony? A Case for Financial Literacy

Michelle Aguilar-Wells

This case is about the financial considerations made in everyday life such as buying a car, house, or any large purchase on credit.

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The Twilight Saga and the Quileute Indian Tribe: Opportunity or Cultural Exploitation?

Barbara Leigh Smith

This case explores the impact of a blockbuster series of books and films, “The Twilight Saga,” on the Quileute Indian Tribe and the small town of Forks, Washington.

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Teaching with cases has great results!

Students are more engaged in class
Students demonstrate stronger critical thinking skills
Students view issues from multiple perspectives
Students develop positive peer relations
Students develop a deeper understanding of content
Non-Native students increase awareness of Native perspectives & issues
Students feel curriculum is more culturally relevant

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