Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Summer 2022 - INDG 422 D100

Special Topics in Indigenous Studies

Indigenous Speculative Fiction

Class Number: 3268

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    May 10 – Aug 8, 2022: Mon, 2:30–5:20 p.m.
    Vancouver

  • Prerequisites:

    Will vary according to the topic.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

Special Topics in Indigenous Studies. Students may repeat this course for further credit under a different topic. Variable units: 3, 4, 5.

COURSE DETAILS:


In “Indigenous Wonderworks and the Settler-Colonial Imaginary,” Cherokee scholar Daniel Heath Justice asks “If the colonial imaginary is one predicated on Indigenous deficiency and absence, an empty frontier awaiting white supremacy to give it shape and substance, then what alternative does the Indigenous imaginary offer to us as readers and as bearers of embodied story? We will be using Indigenous ways of knowing to understand how Indigenous peoples are pushing the boundaries of genre literature and film.

Academic Calendar Description: Examines works of popular fiction by Indigenous authors and their use of specific genres (e.g. the mystery novel, vampire thriller, sci fi, comic book).

Warning: This course deals with a number of challenging and emotionally charged issues, and some students may find the content unexpectedly stressful, especially around the discussion of ongoing colonization. Because we will be focusing on horror and science fiction, readings and films may include violence and disturbing themes and imagery

Grading

  • Participation 15%
  • Response Paper (4 pages) 25%
  • Presentation (4 pages) 25%
  • Research paper (8-10 pages) 35%

NOTES:


* Students with credit for ENGL 360, or INDG 322 under this topic, may not take this course for further credit.
* Completion of all course work required to receive a grade for the course
* Deferred grades will be given only on the basis of authenticated medical disability.
* Students requiring accommodations as a result of a disability must contact the Centre for Accessible Learning at 778-782-3112 or caladmin@sfu.ca
* 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.

Department of Indigenous Studies: https://www.sfu.ca/indg.html
General Office: Saywell Hall Room 9091, Burnaby Campus.

Materials

REQUIRED READING:

Dimaline, Cheri. The Marrow Thieves
978-1770864863

Jones, Stephen Graham. The Only Good Indians
978-1982136451

Moreno Garcia, Silvia. Gods of Jade and Shadow
9780525620778

Nolan, Yvette. The Unplugging
9781770911321

Whitehead, Joshua, ed. Love After the End: An Anthology of Two-Spirit and Indigiqueer Speculative Fiction
9781551528113


Registrar Notes:

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS

SFU’s Academic Integrity web site http://www.sfu.ca/students/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

TEACHING AT SFU IN SUMMER 2022

Teaching at SFU in summer 2022 will involve primarily in-person instruction.  Some courses may be offered through alternative methods (remote, online, blended), and if so, this will be clearly identified in the schedule of classes. 

Enrolling in a course acknowledges that you are able to attend in whatever format is required.  You should not enroll in a course that is in-person if you are not able to return to campus, and should be aware that remote, online, or blended courses study may entail different modes of learning, interaction with your instructor, and ways of getting feedback on your work than may be the case for in-person classes.

Students with hidden or visible disabilities who may need class or exam accommodations, including in the context of remote learning, are advised to register with the SFU Centre for Accessible Learning (caladmin@sfu.ca or 778-782-3112) as early as possible in order to prepare for the summer 2022 term.