NAS 524 Cultural Ecology: Indigenous Science and the Natural World
What does “science” mean to you? Indigenous peoples have practiced “science” since time immemorial. This applied course will provide the basis for understanding “science” through the perspective of Traditional Ecological and Cultural Knowledge, and how Indigenous teachings guide values and protect First Foods. Traditional ecological and cultural knowledge, Indigenous teachings, values and First Foods will ground and guide students through their course experience which will include a mixture of lecture, discussion, film, group exercises & field excursions to gain awareness of Indigenous Science.
Slash Listed Courses
Also offered for undergraduate-level credit as
NAS 424 and may be taken only once for credit.
Prerequisite
NAS 201 or instructor approval