Image Source - The Six Grandfathers Before It Was Known as Mount Rushmore
Summary in Three
- Diversity of Cultures: Understanding Indigenous America is crucial for recognizing the rich tapestry of cultures, languages, and traditions that existed long before European colonization. Indigenous peoples across the Americas had distinct societies, social structures, and belief systems, contributing to the diverse historical landscape of the continent.
- Impact of Colonization: The history of Indigenous America is intertwined with the impact of European colonization, leading to significant changes in political, social, and economic structures. Recognizing the consequences of colonization, including forced displacement, cultural assimilation, and loss of resources, is essential for a comprehensive understanding of American history.
- Contemporary Relevance: Acknowledging the ongoing presence and contributions of Indigenous peoples is crucial for addressing contemporary issues and fostering inclusive dialogue. Issues such as land rights, sovereignty, and cultural preservation remain relevant today, highlighting the importance of a holistic understanding of Indigenous history in shaping current social, political, and economic dynamics in the United States.
Since Time Immemorial:
Indigenous America
Skill Focus
Multiple Perspectives
Compelling Question
How do Indigenous Peoples interact with our environment and each other?
Standard
HS.H1.6 - Analyze the relationship among different regional, social, ethnic, and racial groups and explain how these groups’ experiences have related to national identities.
Learning Target(s)
I can identify Indigenous Peoples throughout the continent of North America.
I can describe different relationships Indigenous Peoples have with our environment?
Indigenous America
Skill Focus
Multiple Perspectives
Compelling Question
How do Indigenous Peoples interact with our environment and each other?
Standard
HS.H1.6 - Analyze the relationship among different regional, social, ethnic, and racial groups and explain how these groups’ experiences have related to national identities.
Learning Target(s)
I can identify Indigenous Peoples throughout the continent of North America.
I can describe different relationships Indigenous Peoples have with our environment?
Essential Lessons
Since Time Immemorial: Indigenous America
Essential Lessons are content lessons that are required by all students to complete.
Mr. Wince will ask to see your notes throughout the quarter and give feedback and engage in conversations about the content.
Checklist (8 Lessons)
Anticipatory Guide (2 Parts - Before/After)
Introduction: Teaching and Learning About Indigenous Peoples
(Seminar) Indigenous Peoples History: Introduction & Chapter One
Since Time Immemorial: Identifying Arizona Peoples
Mni Wiconi - " Water is Life"
In Relationship with Everything: Indigenous Ways vs. Capitalism
Voices of Indigenous Peoples: Acuera, Chikataubut and Miantinomo
Going Beyond!
Mr. Wince will ask to see your notes throughout the quarter and give feedback and engage in conversations about the content.
Checklist (8 Lessons)
Anticipatory Guide (2 Parts - Before/After)
Introduction: Teaching and Learning About Indigenous Peoples
(Seminar) Indigenous Peoples History: Introduction & Chapter One
Since Time Immemorial: Identifying Arizona Peoples
Mni Wiconi - " Water is Life"
In Relationship with Everything: Indigenous Ways vs. Capitalism
Voices of Indigenous Peoples: Acuera, Chikataubut and Miantinomo
Going Beyond!
Growing Our Vocabulary
Directions: These words need to be added to your personal glossary with definitions.
These words will be incorporated into your lessons so that you have the context around how these words and concepts are used!
These words will be incorporated into your lessons so that you have the context around how these words and concepts are used!
"Since Time Immemorial"
Indigenous (when talking about of Peoples) World Views |
Stewardship
Oral Tradition Matrilineal Society |
"In Relationship With"
Turtle Island Identity |
Add words that you came across throughout these Essential Lessons that you learned and add them to your glossary.
Going Beyond!
These may be articles/videos/podcasts about our topics and there may or may not be specific instructions to do something with them other than read/watch/listen and see how it can add meaning to your understanding.
If the link to your lesson goes directly to a video, article, podcast, your GUIDED NOTES are writing down 5 things you learned from engaging with that source.
If the Lesson you want to do is a labeled Film - you need to figure out how to watch the Film.
If the link to your lesson goes directly to a video, article, podcast, your GUIDED NOTES are writing down 5 things you learned from engaging with that source.
If the Lesson you want to do is a labeled Film - you need to figure out how to watch the Film.