Summer 2025 - INDG 422 BLS1
Special Topics in Indigenous Studies
Class Number: 2943
Delivery Method: Blended
Overview
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Course Times + Location:
Jun 30 – Aug 8, 2025: Tue, Thu, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
BurnabyJun 30 – Aug 8, 2025: TBA, TBA
Burnaby
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Instructor:
Sessional
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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:
Course Details: This course includes an overview of decolonization, Indigenous resistance, and resurgence. It engages students in a comprehensive exploration by considering everyday actions, resistance and reclamation movements, and broader theoretical understandings of decolonization and resurgence. We consider case studies to analyze real-world examples of resistance movements, decolonization, and resurgence. Students will actively engage with course material to demonstrate comprehension and analysis skills.
COURSE-LEVEL EDUCATIONAL GOALS:
Upon completion of the course students will be able to:
(1) Demonstrate understanding of key course concepts through engagement with a range of sources and participation in synchronous sessions
(2) Develop critical thinking and analysis skills through informed engagement with course concepts, case studies, and media
(3) Analyze real-world examples of course concepts
(4) Demonstrate self-awareness and critical reflection of personal learning gained throughout the course
(5) Integrate and synthesize course knowledge in new and innovative ways
(6) Reflect critically on knowledge gained throughout the course
Grading
- Synchronous participation 20%
- Discussion posts 25%
- Media Reflection Assignment 20%
- Creative Final Project 35%
REQUIREMENTS:
This course is fully online. Students are required to attend online synchronous class and contribute asynchronously.
Access to a computer, and steady internet connection is required.
Privacy: Classes are not permitted to be recorded to protect confidentiality and privacy and promote open dialogue.
Academic Integrity: Simon Fraser University academic integrity principles will be followed in the course. The use of AI tools (e.g. Chat GPT) are not permitted. Please familiarize yourself with the SFU Academic Integrity Tutorial:
https://www.lib.sfu.ca/help/academic-integrity/academic-integrity-tutorial
Materials
MATERIALS + SUPPLIES:
Access to a computer, and steady internet connection is required.
Course materials will be available via Canvas and/or the SFU Library.
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 term 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.