Indigenous Research Methodologies and Ethics

6 credits · Undergraduate

(3 hrs Lecture) This course provides a review of the movement towards the decolonization of the Western model of research and the revitalization of Indigenous research frameworks and methodologies. The unique issues and principles involving ethical research in Indigenous communities are explored. The course also includes an overview of the governance by Indigenous communities of their own research and ethical review process. Restrictions: Honours Form Required. Department Permission Required. Requisite Courses: IS-1016 (or HIST-1009) and IS-1017, or the former IS-1015 [prerequisite(s)].