Fall 2017 - FNST 101 D100

Introduction to First Nations Studies (3)

Class Number: 4713

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Sep 5 – Dec 4, 2017: Tue, 2:30–5:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

Introduces the nature and goals of First Nations Studies as an academic discipline that emphasizes cultures and homelands of First Peoples. Breadth-Humanities/Social Sciences.

COURSE DETAILS:

Introduction to major foundational themes in the history of First Nations and Indigenous peoples of Canada, with reference to hemispheric concerns. Topics include ancient Indigenous logic and Indigenous bioregionalism; diversity of thought and practice; ecosystem relationships; major historic and political events and relevance to modern concerns; legal precedents (judicial, federal, and provincial); sovereignty, self-determination; colonization (to include but not limited to Indian Residential Schools, missionization, Missing and Murdered Women, salmon farms, resource extraction and poverty); food security, spirituality, civil rights and social and environmental justice.

COURSE-LEVEL EDUCATIONAL GOALS:

An introduction to the nature and goals of First Nations Studies as an academic discipline; survey of prehistory, traditional cultures and Aboriginal languages of Canada’s First Nations. The content includes an examination of historical and contemporary concerns, and pays special attention to concepts of First Nations identity, oral histories, gender roles, aesthetic expressions and justice. It also investigates the relations between First Nations and other Indigenous peoples of North America.

Grading

  • Participation (ask and discuss fact-based questions; in-class activities, discussions; preparedness; attendance; etc.) and group work — in-class, with TA, and CANVAS discussions 10%
  • Final Paper (3-4 pages and "peer-reviewed" bibliographic references) 20%
  • Weekly Vocabulary Assignments 40%
  • Two in-class midterms (15% each) 30%
  • FNST 101 D100 does not have a final exam.

NOTES:

  1. No late work accepted. No make-ups for vocabulary quizzes.
  2. No electronic devices of any kind permitted in class.
  3. No recording of instructor except for documented cases of special accommodations.
  4. Deferred grades will be given only on the basis of authenticated medical disability.  
  5. Students requiring accommodations as a result of a disability must contact, in advance, the Centre for Students with Disabilities at 778-782-3112 or csdo@sfu.ca.
  6. Please check SIS on the first day of this course to confirm classroom assignment.
  7. On occasion, announcements will be sent from first_nations@sfu.ca to your SFU Connect email.

Department of First Nations Studies: www.sfu.ca/fns. Saywell Hall 9091.


This outline last updated:  August 22, 2017



REQUIREMENTS:

In addition to completing assignments, attendance of all lectures and online participation is required.

Materials

MATERIALS + SUPPLIES:

None

REQUIRED READING:

In lieu of a textbook, readings will be available in SFU CANVAS and on Library Reserve.

A reading list will be provided on the first day of classes or posted online.  

Readings may also be provided/presented in class.

RECOMMENDED READING:

None

Department Undergraduate Notes:

  1. Deferred grades will be given only on the basis of authenticated medical disability. 
  2. Students requiring accommodations as a result of a disability must contact the Centre for Students with Disabilities at 778-782-3112 or csdo@sfu.ca.
  3. Remember to check the Student Information System (SIS) at the start of the term to reconfirm your classroom location(s).
  4. All students are expected to read and understand SFU policies with regard to academic honesty and student conduct (S10).
    These policies are available at: http://www.sfu.ca/policies/gazette/student.html
  5. On occasion, announcements will be sent from first_nations@sfu.ca to your SFU Connect email.


Department of First Nations Studies- Contact Info:
Webpage: www.sfu.ca/fns.
Phone: 778-782-4774
General Office: Saywell Hall (SWH) Room 9091. Burnaby Campus. (M-F, 09:00-16:30 Hrs.)
Academic Advisor's Office: SWH 9089.


For general information, program information, academic advising (appointment or program check-up; enrollment assistance*): Please email first_nations@sfu.ca.

* Students: When submitting a request or an inquiry, please email from your SFU  Connect (@sfu.ca) email and remember to include your SFU Student ID number in your email. Thank you.


Registrar Notes:

SFU’s Academic Integrity web site http://students.sfu.ca/academicintegrity.html is filled with information on what is meant by academic dishonesty, where you can find resources to help with your studies and the consequences of cheating.  Check out the site for more information and videos that help explain the issues in plain English.

Each student is responsible for his or her conduct as it affects the University community.  Academic dishonesty, in whatever form, is ultimately destructive of the values of the University. Furthermore, it is unfair and discouraging to the majority of students who pursue their studies honestly. Scholarly integrity is required of all members of the University. http://www.sfu.ca/policies/gazette/student/s10-01.html

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS