Portland Community College | Portland, Oregon

NAS249 Intro Alaska Native Studies

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Provides interdisciplinary, historical, and contemporary perspectives on the social, political, legal, economic, environmental, and cultural issues of Indigenous Peoples of what is now the state of "Alaska." Examines Alaska Native Nations from antiquity to the present and future. Explores Alaska Native languages and worldviews. Analyzes effects of invasion and colonization with an emphasis on survival, political self-determination, and tribal sovereignty. Examines U.S. Federal Indian Law and policy, Alaska Native citizenship and enrollment, methods of tribal governance, and Alaska Native arts and cultural expressions. Prerequisites: (WR 115 and RD 115) or IRW 115 and MTH 20 or equivalent placement. Audit available. (See course content and outcomes.)

Credits: 4

Class schedule definitions

Cost:

cost is based on the number of credits – see tuition and fees

Books:

$0 or <$40 means low cost books (doesn't include other supplies like calculators)

Register:

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Class types:

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• In-person: classes take place at specific times and locations. Attendance in person is required.
• Online: classes do not have meeting times. Regular online interaction is required and there are weekly assignments.
• Remote: classes take place at specific times online. Students must be logged in during class meeting times.
• In-person and remote: classes meet both in-person and remotely. Attendance at both is required.
• In-person and online: classes meet in-person with additional online activities required.
• Remote and online: classes meet remotely with additional online activities required.