Defending Mother Earth: Science, Energy, and Native Peoples
REVISED
Fall 2016 quarter
Taught by
This introductory program brings together a variety of climate and energy issues occurring on Native American homelands. Students will explore the science and ethics of energy production and consumption, the environmental impacts of energy, and topics in alternative energy. For example, we will investigate impacts of hydropower on Native communities and cultures while learning the science associated with this energy source. Students will also examine contemporary Native American struggles to resist cultural and environmental devastation to their communities and their efforts to affirm tribal sovereignty and indigenous knowledge. Students will gain a solid understanding of both the science of energy and Native American tribal sovereignty in order to fully comprehend these issues. We will approach our learning through a variety of modes, including hands-on labs, lectures, workshops, field trips, group work, research papers, and weekly seminars on a variety of related topics.
Program Details
Fields of Study
Preparatory for studies or careers in
Location and Schedule
Campus location
Olympia
Schedule
Offered during: Day
Final Schedule and Room Assignment
Books
Online Learning
Required Fees
Revisions
Date | Revision |
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June 1st, 2016 | This introductory program now accepts students of all class levels. |