Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Fall 2023 - INDG 333 OL01

Indigenous Ethnozoology (3)

Class Number: 7544

Delivery Method: Online

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Online

  • Prerequisites:

    Either INDG (or FNST) 101 or 201W.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

This course explores the unique relationship that Indigenous peoples of North America have with animals. It examines how they named, classified, used and managed animals and compares this to western science. Students with credit for INDG (or FNST) 222 under this topic may not take this course for further credit.

COURSE-LEVEL EDUCATIONAL GOALS:

  • Appreciate the unique relationships Indigenous peoples of Turtle Island (North America) hold with their environments, including in relation to non-human beings
  • Recognize academic terminology as it pertains to classifying animals
  • Examine the various ways Indigenous peoples classify, name, use and relate to non-human beings
  • Consider beings commonly classified as mythical, legendary or fictitious but under the assertion that they are real
  • Draw comparisons with western scientific classifications and case studies in terms of conservation, management, and taxonomy
  • Engage in experiential learning opportunities and apply course knowledge to better understand non-human beings in your own environments

Grading

  • Assignments 65%
  • Term Paper 25%
  • Participation 10%

NOTES:

This is an online, asynchronous class, but please note it is not self-paced – students will need to view lecture and video content, complete readings, participate in discussions and, periodically, submit deliverables on a weekly basis.

There is no midterm or final examination scheduled for this class.

Materials

REQUIRED READING NOTES:

Your personalized Course Material list, including digital and physical textbooks, are available through the SFU Bookstore website by simply entering your Computing ID at: shop.sfu.ca/course-materials/my-personalized-course-materials.

Registrar Notes:

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS

SFU’s Academic Integrity website 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

RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATION

Students with a faith background who may need accommodations during the semester are encouraged to assess their needs as soon as possible and review the Multifaith religious accommodations website. The page outlines ways they begin working toward an accommodation and ensure solutions can be reached in a timely fashion.