Students will get a broad overview of the diverse indigenous cultures of the
Americas, with special focus on North America and the United States.  It is meant to
provide a knowledge base from which to continue study of Native Americans.  It is to
be the introductory course of the new proposed certificate program in Native American
Studies.

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.

I. Prehistory
II. Contact, Encounter, and Conquest
III. History
IV.  Religious Traditions
V.  Law and Policy
VI. Literature
VII.  The Arts
VIII.  Contemporary Issues

Students are expected to comply with the requirements set forth in "A Culture of
Honesty."  All work is expected to be the student's own.  Any plagiarism or other
academic dishonesty will result in a grade of F for the course.  All violations of the 
rules set forth in "A Culture of Honesty" will be reported to the Office of the Vice
President for Instruction for further disciplinary action.