Overview
These first-of-their-kind modules have been produced to not only help any Oregonian understand the tribal consultation requirements for school districts and school district consortiums but also to offer an in-depth orientation and technical assistance to help these districts and the nine federally recognized tribes of Oregon prepare for tribal consultation windows accordance to the standard set forth by this toolkit.

Each module has a “Primary Audience” identified. 

• Affected school districts and consortiums, including districts who are members of those consortiums, should complete modules 1-4.
• Modules 1 and 5 are recommended for Tribal Ed Directors and other official tribal representatives.

The course's five modules are designed to help participants gain a greater understanding of the following key concepts:

• Gain knowledge of the legislation, key terms, and requirements for tribal consultation in the context district and tribes in Oregon.
• Explore the first two sections of the toolkit, including a deepening understanding of the history of Native education in Oregon and the federal laws and state requirements related to tribal consultation. 
• Complete an orientation to the last half of the toolkit, gaining knowledge of the responsibilities of school districts and consortiums before, during, and after consultation, as well as key guidance and documents to support their planning efforts for tribal consultation.
• Understand how to conduct combined consultations, as well as how to ensure effective pre-consultation preparation.
• Increase knowledge of the plans and applications in Oregon which require tribal consultation, as well as how to prepare for these unique plans by orienting themselves to key sections of the toolkit.

When: Whenever you want. This online, on-demand course has no specified start or end date. 

Where: Online, via Canvas.

PDUs: Up to Five (5)*
*PDUs are awarded within 30 days of completing the course.