Project selection

I did not want to work on some project that I wouldn't look back on with pride. My bachelor of arts major is in cree language literacy. After this, I plan to apply for the distance MLIS program with the University of Alberta. I want this project to be meaningful, and to use it as an example of dedication to language revitalization.

I've decided to skip my idea wall in my cubicle.

I am going to have a conversation with my dad in Cree. I will figure out the format to ensure it complies with the project expectations and evaluation.

He lives in Ile a la Crosse. When I was a kid, he would talk on the phone with his friends in rapid fire cree, and I never paid attention. He always spoke cree. He still does. While I learned cree and michif in elementary school, I have never learned enough to have a meaningful conversation with him. This would fulfill a goal of mine, sooner rather than later. 

I am planning a trip home next pay day.

Cree 101 A/V Presentation

Researching audio-visual projects in my spare time has led to some pretty interesting ideas. However, that is where I am at in this stage of planning. Post-its on my office wall.

I am going to nail down an idea by the end of next week (Oct 26, 27, 28) & chart my action items the week after (Oct 29 - Nov 4). It is due December 16, so I will plan to address action items by week. I'll aim to complete the project by December 1, giving me two weeks to edit and refine for submission Dec 16.

Amber Boddy
William Cook
Cree 101
17 October 2017