Glossary Of Terms
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ollowing is a list of terms and items referred to in the
Guidelines for Respecting Cultural Knowledge that
sometimes have specialized meanings that aren’t commonly
known. A brief definition or explanation of each item is
provided to help users of these guidelines to accurately
interpret their intent and use them appropriately. If further
elaboration is needed, most of these items can also be found
in the list of related reference materials that is included. For
further assistance in interpreting the guidelines, please
contact the Alaska Native Knowledge Network.
Definition: A description that shows how something is like
others in that general category, but also shows how it is
different or distinct from others in that group.
Alaska Standards for Culturally-Responsive Schools:
Guidelines developed by the Native Educator
Associations of the State of Alaska, for schools and
communities to evaluate what they are doing to promote
the cultural well-being of the young people whom they
are responsible for educating.
Associated royalties: The share paid to an author or
composer from the profits derived from the sale or
performance or use of the author’s creation in
collaboration with other individuals or groups. A share
paid to the creator for the right to use their invention or
services.
Authenticated: Established as being genuine; proven to be
the real thing.
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