Indigenous Sciences: Contributions to Contemporary Challenges

3 credits · Undergraduate

(2 hrs Lecture | 1 hrs Seminar/Discussion) This course explores the foundations, philosophy, and applications of Indigenous sciences. It considers ways Indigenous scientific wisdom can relate to western sciences and help address contemporary challenges. This course is designed to enhance students' cultural sensitivity and their overall scientific literacy regarding Indigenous perspectives (understanding) and wisdom (application) next to western sciences. Topics may include the philosophical foundations of Indigenous sciences and their application in the areas of health/wellbeing, food/agriculture, planetary health, and selected fields of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics).