FNST-100 - Introduction to First Nations Studies I - 3.00 Credits
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Course Details
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This course is designed to introduce students to concepts of colonialism and indigenous reaction to it. Students will learn about the following: the origins of indigenous peoples in Canada; the rise of Europe and its world-wide empires; European colonialism in the Americas; Canadian forms of colonialism and neo-colonialism; the aftermath of colonialism, and indigenous reactions to the above. The experiences of indigenous peoples in North America, particularly Canada, will be the focus of our reading and discussions. The experiences of indigenous peoples in Central and South America will also be considered.
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Part of the:UNIVERSITY TRANSFER Department
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Available/Required in the following Programs:Associate of Arts Degree- First Nations Studies - Year 1Aboriginal Leadership in the Justice System Diploma - Diploma Completion Plan
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Course Outline
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Instructors Qualifications:
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Relevant Master's Degree.
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Office Hours:
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1.5 per week
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Contact Hours:
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45
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Student Evaluation
Procedure:
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Assignments 50 - 70%, Final 30 - 50%, Total 100 %.
Grading procedures follow NVIT policy.
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Learning Outcomes:
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Intellectual & Experiential Perspectives
Upon successful completion of this course the student should have:
demonstrated a thorough understanding of the subject matter as presented in the readings and other materials
developed a thoughtful understanding of the course materials as demonstrated through written and other forms of assessment
begun to relate these materials to their own intellectual and experiential perspectives.
Practical & Technical Abilities
Upon successful completion of this course the student will have:
demonstrated the ability to read and comprehend written and other material within the subject area
demonstrated good writing and oral presentation skills
learned to develop, research and write an essay involving sources outside of the course materials.
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Text and Materials:
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McMillan, Alan D. and Yellowhorn, Eldon. First Peoples in Canada (3rd updated and revised edition) Douglas & McIntyre, Vancouver/Toronto. 2004.
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Other Resources:
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Transfer Credits:
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For more information visit: www.bctransferguide.ca
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Other Information:
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