Indigenous Ways of Knowing

3 credits · Undergraduate Programs

An introduction to various Indigenous peoples' ways of knowing (epistemology) with a special emphasis on the contextualization of knowledge-building. Deals with various aspects of building knowledge, such as listening, reflection, protocol, and experience; emphasis will normally be on local traditional knowledge. Antirequisite(s): Credit for Indigenous Studies 303 and either Social Work 553.30 or Social Work 553.33 will not be allowed. Notes: Normally offered during Block Week. Field trip(s) and pre-term study are normally required. A supplementary fee may be assessed to cover additional costs associated with this course.