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Mary C Wright
AIS 240
Seattle Campus
Indian women in the social structure; historical and contemporary roles; changes in male-female relationships; problems and opportunities of contemporary women; the feminist movement and Indian rights.
Class description
This Spring Term 2013 class explores Native North American women's power and importance for their own people and for cross-cultural relations with a special focus on women of the Plains. The first half of the course focuses on traditional cultures to the 1880s and women's economic power, the life cycle, spirituality, gender roles, and history. The second half analyzes women's late 19th and 20th century experiences and roles in working for healing, Indigenous rights & Tribal economic sovereignty and current fights against injustice, violence, and abuse.
Student learning goals
Increase student knowledge of the historic roles of and current issues for American Indian and Canadian First Nations women.
Engage and utilize students' critical thinking skills on issues regarding American Indian and Canadian First Nations women.
Increase oral and written communication skills through written assignments, essay exams and class discussions.
General method of instruction
Lecture, discussion & small group work, films, and other materials
Recommended preparation
AIS 101, 201, 202 or 203 helpful.
Class assignments and grading
Two small papers on assigned class readings.
Exams will be essay-based.
30% Midterm 20% Papers 20% Participation 30% Final
