Introduction to a range of artistic and intellectual expressions of what it means to be human with particular attention to distinct paradigms that reflect indigenous history, culture, arts, and philosophies. Areas of concentration include relational accountability, place-based knowledges, community-based research, indigenous science and philosophies, and traditional ecological knowledges. This class may include students from multiple sections. (Humanities, Elective)
Course Outcomes
- Articulate an understanding of the term epistemology.
- Articulate examples of some of the differences between "Indigenous humanities" and traditional western humanities.
- Engage and reflect on theories and practices within Indigenous humanities.
- Describe the contributions of some of the many Native/Indigenous scholars who have contributed to Indigenous Humanities.
- Define relational accountability and demonstrate an understanding of its importance.
- Articulate the importance of the more-than-human in relationship with humans and systems.
- Demonstrate accurate use of academic formats (i.e., MLA, APA, CSE, Chicago Manual) in connection with Elements of Indigenous Style.