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Indigenous Studies II – Resistance & Resurgence
DEVS 221/3.0
Indigenous Studies II highlights the resilience and resistance of Indigenous communities as they grapple with gendered settler colonialism. The course examines Indigenous knowledge and governance within the settler nation state and the re-building of Indigenous communities. Topics include contemporary issues in Indigenous healing, art, teaching and learning, Indigenous activism, and socio-political life. Students engage in work that centers the voices of Indigenous people.
Please note: This course is typically offered in the winter term
Learning Outcomes
After completing DEVS 221, students will be better able to:
- Discuss the basis of Indigenous-Settler government conflict and dispute through an examination of colonial assumptions and strategies towards Indigenous societies across Turtle Island, and describe the re-emergence of Indigenous governance;
- Analyze barriers to spiritual, mental, emotional, and physical health for Indigenous people and the need to heal unresolved intergenerational trauma as a result of several hundred years of change in Indigenous societies across Turtle Island;
- Reflect on and challenge thoughts and assumptions, deepening understanding of personal legacy and positionality in relation to Indigeneity and colonialism;
- Critically read, analyze, communicate about, and reflect on key research conducted by Indigenous people in a variety of disciplines;
- Develop and implement collaborative inquiry skills required to respond to essential questions, and consider how collaborative inquiry may contribute to holistic learning.
Description
Topics at a Glance
Module 1 (East, Tobacco, Spring)
- Week 1: Introduction to Indigenous Peace
- Week 2: The Land and Belonging
- Week 3: Colonized and Decolonized Environments
Module 2 (South, Sweetgrass, Summer)
- Week 4: Conflicting Interests
- Week 5: Mediating Change
- Week 6: "Aboriginal" Social Development
Module 3 (West, Cedar, Fall)
- Week 7: Canada's Failure - History of UNDRIP
- Week 8: Reconciliation?
- Week 9: Indigenous Activism, Indigenous Art
Module 4 (North, Sage, Winter)
- Week 10: Indigenous Community Development
- Week 11: Indigenous Resurgence
- Week 12: Re-Indigenization
Terms
Winter 2022
Course Dates:
Jan.10 - Apr. 8, 2022
Exam Dates:
Apr. 14 - 30, 2022
Evaluation
20% - Journals (2x10%)
- Journal entries in any medium, created after each module, submitted at mid-term and end of course (2 journal entries/submission; 2 submissions)
20% - Land-Based Storytelling (2x10%)
- Part 1 (self-situation/self-location)
- Part 2 (Indigenous legacy of the land)
30% - Amplifying Indigenous Voices
- Discussions with peers in response to recorded interviews with Indigenous people (4x5%)
- Two projects in a choice of mediums, engaging peers and others in topics related to recorded interviews (individual or group options) (2x5%)
30% - Essential Questions: Supporting Indigenous Solidarity (1x30%)
- Guided inquiry project with research paper / narrated presentation as final submission
*Evaluation subject to change*
LIVE SESSIONS
This course has graded live sessions (e.g. webinars, synchronous activities), with options for asynchronous engagement (i.e. students with scheduling issues can watch a recording of the live sessions and submit a short reflection)
Instructor
Dr. Ian Fanning (irf@queensu.ca)
Textbooks and Materials
All course readings, podcasts and videos will be available to you electronically via the course site.
Time Commitment
Students can expect to spend, on average, about 9 hours per week completing relevant readings, assignments, and course activities.
Course Resources
About SOLUS
About OnQ
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About Credit Units
Queen’s courses are weighted in credit units. A typical one-term course is worth 3.0 units, and a typical two-term course is worth 6.0 units. You combine these units to create your degree. A general (three-year) BA or BSc requires a total of 90 credit units.
Computer Requirements
To take an online course, you’ll need a high speed internet connection as well as a microphone and speakers to be able to watch videos, hear sounds, and participate in interactive online activities. A webcam is recommended but not necessary.
System Requirements:
Computer Specifications
- Windows 8.1 or newer
- OSX 10.13 (High Sierra) or newer
- Dual Core 2 GHz processor
- 4 GB RAM
- Soundcard
- USB Headset
- Webcam
Supported Browsers
- Chrome (preferred - latest version)
- Firefox (latest version)
- Safari is not recommended as it causes several known issues in onQ
- Edge is not recommended as it causes several known issues in onQ
Internet Connection
- Wired high speed access: Cable or better
- Wifi is not recommended
Java
- Latest version
Media Player
- Flash (latest version)
Adobe Reader
- Latest Version
Dates/Deadlines
The deadlines for new applications to Queen’s Arts and Science Online courses are in our Upcoming Application Dates section.
Grading Scheme
The information below is intended for undergraduate students in the Faculty of Arts and Science. Academic Regulations in other Faculties may differ.
| Letter Grade | Grade Point |
| A+ | 4.30 |
| A | 4.00 |
| A- | 3.70 |
| B+ | 3.30 |
| B | 3.00 |
| B- | 2.70 |
| C+ | 2.30 |
| C | 2.00 |
| C- | 1.70 |
| D+ | 1.30 |
| D | 1.00 |
| D- | 0.70 |
| F | 0.00 |
GPA Calculators
Have your SOLUS grade report handy and then follow the link to the Arts and Science GPA calculators.
How does this affect my academics?
See the GPA and Academic Standing page.
Follow the link above for an explanation of how the GPA system affects such things as the Dean’s Honour List, requirements to graduate, and academic progression.
Frequently Asked Questions on the Grading Scheme
Please follow this link to the FAQ's
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees vary depending when you start, your year, faculty, and program. Fees for Summer Term 2018 first-year Distance Career Arts & Science Domestic students are as follows: for a 3.0-unit course, $685.90; for a 6.0-unit course, $1371.80 See also Tuition and Fees.
Campus Bookstore
All textbooks can be purchased at Queen’s Campus Bookstore.
Non-Queen’s Students
All Queen’s Arts and Science Online courses are open to students at other universities. Before applying as a visiting student, request a Letter of Permission from your home university that states that you have permission to take the course and apply it to your degree. See also Apply.
Academic Integrity
Please see Queen’s policy statement on academic integrity for information on how to complete an online course honestly.
