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Aboriginal Studies Courses

(3 or 5 credits)

COURSE DESCRIPTION 

Aboriginal Studies 10 is a provincial course suitable for all students in Alberta schools. The course is based on perspectives and worldviews of Aboriginal peoples. It includes the study of traditions and history of Aboriginal peoples in Canada, and particularly in Alberta. Student learning outcomes provide opportunities to examine such topics as governmental structures, literature, the arts and the sciences. 

The four themes in Aboriginal Studies 10 are: 

  • Origin and Settlement Patterns 
  • Aboriginal Worldviews 
  • Political and Economic Organization 
  • Aboriginal Symbolism and Expression

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Note: There is no prerequisite for this course
  • Computer and internet connection
  • Gmail account

REGISTRATION                                                     
Course start and finish dates will vary per 1, 3, and 5 credit course. Distance Education staff will work with students to determine course start dates. Students are responsible for course materials. Please note additional costs may be incurred by students for certain courses.

(3 or 5 credits)

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Aboriginal Studies 30 is a provincial course suitable for all students in Alberta schools. Students will gain a greater understanding of the current issues facing Aboriginal peoples worldwide. Aboriginal Studies 30 enables students to demonstrate an understanding of the issues of Aboriginal rights and self-government, Aboriginal land claims, Aboriginal peoples in Canadian society and Aboriginal world issues. The four themes in Aboriginal Studies 30 are: 

  • Aboriginal Rights and Self-government 
  • Aboriginal Land Claims
  • Aboriginal Peoples in Canadian Society 
  • Aboriginal World Issues

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Note: Aboriginal Studies 20 is a prerequisite for Aboriginal Studies 30
  • Computer and internet connection
  • Gmail account

REGISTRATION                                                          
Course start and finish dates will vary per 1, 3, and 5 credit course. Distance Education staff will work with students to determine course start dates. Students are responsible for course materials. Please note additional costs may be incurred by students for certain courses.