Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Spring 2018 - HSCI 406 E100

Global Perspectives in Indigenous Health (3)

Class Number: 11333

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Jan 3 – Apr 10, 2018: Thu, 5:30–8:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Prerequisites:

    60 units and completion of HSCI 305 and either HSCI 340 or HSCI 319W.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

Examination of the health and health problems of Indigenous peoples from a global perspective. Comparative study of social and historical factors affecting Indigenous peoples that contribute to health conditions and health status. Efforts of Indigenous peoples to restore health to their Nations.

COURSE DETAILS:

Students will engage in critical examination of the relationships between social, cultural, historical and political contexts shaping health inequities and wellbeing among Indigenous peoples globally. In particular, we will focus on the intergenerational effects of colonization as well as the strengths and resiliencies demonstrated by Indigenous peoples in their efforts to restore health to their Nations.

COURSE-LEVEL EDUCATIONAL GOALS:

By the end of this course, students will have had the opportunity to:
1. Develop an understanding and appreciation of the distinctions between Indigenous and ‘Western’ models of wellness;
2. Recognize and critically analyze the roles of social, cultural, historical and political contexts in shaping health inequities experienced among Indigenous peoples;
3. Examine their own values, assumptions and motivations when engaging in Indigenous health work at local, regional, national or international levels; and
4. Increase their awareness, knowledge, attitudes, skills and abilities to work in a culturally safe manner with a variety of groups and in a variety of contexts.

Grading

  • Participation (1% per class for 13% + additional 2% for quality of engagement) [Weekly] 15%
  • Journal Reflection - Open Format (e.g. written, photo-voice, spoken word, etc.) [February 8] 15%
  • Research Paper Proposal (1-2 pages) [March 8] 5%
  • Group Presentation [March 29] 25%
  • Research Paper (10-12 pages) [April 10] 40%

NOTES:

***There is no final exam for this course. Please ignore the exam date on the course outline***

Materials

REQUIRED READING:

Readings will be assigned from public domain documents available free of charge online or through the SFU library.  Guest speakers may or may not suggest pre-readings in addition to regular assigned readings, but will be asked to do so in advance so that all materials can be posted to Canvas minimum one week prior to date that they are expected to be completed.

Registrar Notes:

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