Montana Code
Annotated 20-1-501 is known as the American Indian Education for All
law. The law means that all public school students should learn accurate
and authentic information about American Indians in their classrooms and
all school personnel should have an understanding of accurate and
authentic American Indian history and contemporary issues.
This course
provides awareness of the history of MCA 20-1-501, and the Seven
Essential Understandings regarding Montana’s American Indian Tribes. The
Seven Essential Understandings reflect the great diversity among the 12
tribal Nations of Montana and their languages, cultures, histories and
governments.
The online course
consists of pre- and post-tests, resources, reflections, materials, and
an evaluation. It can be completed in approximately six hours and
interested participants can receive six OPI renewal units. The course
can be completed in one session or over several sessions.
Before you register please read the directions that will help you navigate through the online course.