The study of Native American cultures and religious traditions has been undertaken
from a variety of academic disciplines.  In order to get a complete picture of these
diverse cultures and religious traditions, an interdisciplinary approach must be
used.  It is therefore necessary for students to become familiar with the methods and
tools of a number of different fields.  This course is designed to give students a
broad familiarity with different approaches in the study of Native America.

Communicate Effectively through Speech

To strengthen skills in oral expression, analysis, style, and interaction by means
such as class reports, class discussion, and oral examinations.

Computer Literacy

To enhance and facilitate computer literacy by the use of word processing, the web,
email, and OASIS through research, preparation, and presentation of work such as oral
class reports and completion of written assignments.

Critical Thinking

To foster critical thinking by engaging in activities such as classroom discussion
and debate, essay examinations, and oral presentations.

Moral Reasoning (Ethics)

To assist in the continued development of moral and ethical reasoning and reflection
by encouraging creative thinking regarding individual and community concerns and
needs, the challenging of prejudices and stereotypes, and examining rational and
ethical bases of constructive social interactions.

Week 1:  Introduction

Week 2:  Problems in the Study of Native American Cultures and Religious Traditions

Week 3:  History

Week 4:  Anthropology

Week 5:  Archaeology and Material Culture

Week 6:  Law

Week 7:  History of Religions

Week 8:  Representations

Week 9:  Popular Culture

Week 10:  Intellectual History

Week 11:  Literature I

Week 12:  Literature II

Week 12:  Journalism and Contemporary History

Week 13:  Current Issues in the Study of Native American Cultures and Religious 
          Traditions

Week 14:  The Problem of Cultural Appropriation

Week 15:  Interdisciplinary and Cultural Studies

The course syllabus is a general plan for the course; deviations announced to the
class by the instructor may be necessary.

All academic work must meet the standards contained in "A Culture of Honesty."  Each
student is responsible for informing themselves about those standards before
performing any academic work.