BC's Indigenous Public Post-Secondary Institute

INST-340 - Indigenous Digital Storytelling - 3.00 Credits

INST-340 - Indigenous Digital Storytelling - 3.00 Credits

Course Details
This course will provide students with the opportunity to speak with and learn from Indigenous Elders and community members. Students will inquire about indigenous philosophies, stories, and teachings and will create digital stories that share authentic Indigenous voices. Digital Storytelling is one way to decolonize education and give voice to Indigenous Elders, women, and groups.
Part of the:
  • UNIVERSITY TRANSFER Department
  • Prerequisites : INST 240, 3rd year standing or permission of Department Head
    Course Outline
    Instructors Qualifications: Relevant Master's Degree or Equivalent
    Office Hours: 1.5 per week
    Contact Hours: 45
    Student Evaluation
    Procedure:
    Assignments 50-70%, Final 30-50%, Total 100%. Grading procedures follow NVIT policy.
    Learning Outcomes:

    Upon successful completion of this course students should be able to:



    • respectfully engage with Indigenous Elders and community members;

    • display ethical approaches to sharing indigenous stories, philosophies and teachings;

    • demonstrate developed knowledge of visual storytelling, digital storytelling, and culture;

    • demonstrate creativity and originality in effectively developing and managing a visual story production;

    • communicate and critique project ideas with classmates in workshop activities, consultations and screening;

    • demonstrate critical thinking around digital storytelling;

    • develop a capacity for self-reflection and a willingness to engage in self-appraisal; and

    • be open to objective and constructive feedback from supervisors and peers.

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    Transfer Credits: For more information visit: www.bctransferguide.ca
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