Teacher Education, Educational Leadership & Policy ETDs

Publication Date

Summer 7-15-2024

Abstract

This study aimed to provide a narrative analysis of the storied Diné beliefs and values of three Yellow Corn Girls and one White Corn Boy. My research questions were: How do Diné language and culture influence high school students’ success in high school? What cultural beliefs and values contribute to the success of high school students transitioning into their first year of community college? Utilizing the theoretical framework of The Beauty Way of Life (BWOL) model and its philosophies, I gathered narrative data using individual interviews. I examined the impact of the Diné language, cultural beliefs, and values on their home, community, school, and social lives. I analyzed the narrative data to report a segment of the participants’ perceptions, aspirations, beliefs, values, or behaviors. The responses from my participants aligned with the BWOL standards posited in the Four Cardinal Directions, with language, values, and beliefs being invaluable.

Keywords

White Corn Boy, Yellow Corn Girl, Beauty Way of Life

Document Type

Dissertation

Language

English

Degree Name

Educational Leadership

Level of Degree

Doctoral

Department Name

Teacher Education, Educational Leadership & Policy

First Committee Member (Chair)

Dr. Allison Borden

Second Committee Member

Dr. Shawn Secatero

Third Committee Member

Dr. Tyson E. J. Marsh

Fourth Committee Member

Dr. Russ Romans

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