St. Cloud State University
General Education Goal Area 7
Racial & Ethnic Diversity in the U.S.
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Response Date:
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1.
Prepared by: Jeanne Lacourt
Phone: 8-1048
Proposal Number:
Email: jalacourt@stcloudstate.edu
2.
Requesting Unit: Ethnic Studies Department
3.
Department, Course Number, Title: ETHS 210: Introduction to American Indian Studies
4.
New Course
5.
Is this course already designated as a Racial Issues course?
No
Yes
RIS Proposal Accompanying This Form
Existing Course
6.
Course bulletin description, including credits and semesters to be offered:
Introduction to the study of American Indians, their experiences, history, culture and contemporary
issues. Cr. F. S.
7.
Indicate the clientele for whom this course is designed. Is the course for general education only, or
does it fulfill general education and other program needs for this or another department? Obtain
signatures from any affected departments.
This course is required for the American Indian Studies minor and serves as an elective for the Ethnic
Studies minor.
8.
Indicate any changes that must be made in offerings or resources in your department or other
departments by offering this course.
None
9.
For new courses or courses not yet approved for General Education, indicate any other SCSU departments
or units offering instruction that relates to the content of the proposed course.
N/A
10.
Courses designated as General Education are included in the assessment plan for the Goal Area(s)
for which they are approved. Courses for which assessment is not included in the annual GE
assessment report for two years will be removed from the General Education Program.
The Requesting Unit understands and recognizes the above conditions.
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11.
Provide a concise explanation of how the following goal is a “significant focus” of the proposed course.
Goal Area 7: Racial & Ethnic Diversity in the U.S.
Examine patterns of racial and ethnic inequality in the United States; the heritage, culture, and
contributions of racially subordinated groups; and how race and ethnic relations are embedded in the
institutions that structure our lives.
This course is designed to provide students with an overview of significant concepts related to the
histories, societies, cultures and contributions of North American Indigenous tribal entities and urban
communities. By studying governmentally imposed policies of assimilation, removal, termination,
relocation and self-determination, a more accurate understanding of the unique political relationship
between the U.S. government and tribes will be gained. An examination of the social construction or race
and ethnicity, racial oppression, discrimination and white privilege is examined as embedded in the social
fabric of American life.
12. In order for a course to be designated as fulfilling Goal Area 7, it must address at least 5 of the 6 student learning
outcomes (SLOs) below. Check the SLOs below that are focused on in the proposed general education course.
1. Demonstrate awareness and understanding of historical and current race relations in the United States.
2. Explain the concept of “race.”
3. Analyze current events and conditions at the local, statewide, and national levels using course theories and
concepts.
4. Identify forms of institutional discrimination in areas such as education, media, housing, employment,
economics, politics, and the legal system.
5. Describe the basic history of discrimination against and contributions of African Americans, Asian Americans,
American Indians, Latinos, and recent immigrants of color.
6. Engage in dialog and self-reflection concerning racism, racial oppression, and white privilege.
13.
Discuss how each Student Learning Outcome checked above is achieved in this course. (Note: Although
descriptions of typical assignments or types of assignments may be part of this discussion, it is not
appropriate to submit copies of actual assignments.)
SLO1 is addressed by examining historical policies that had direct impact on tribes in the U.S. Students
take a mid-term exam that measures their achievement in this outcome.
SLO2 is addressed by reading key articles about the conept of race, reviewing part I in "Race the Power of
Illusion" video and by conducting short on-line quizzes about race.
SLO3 is addressed when students examine notions of stereotypes, mascots, gaming and treaty rights issues
affecting native communities in Minnesota and throughout the country.
SLO4 is addressed when students watch videos: True colors, Skin Deep, How Biased are You and then apply the
concepts of what was viewed to St. Cloud or to their home towns.
SLO5 is addressed in the essay questions of the mid-term and final exams.
SLO6 is addressed when students read the book "Neither Wolf Nor Dog" and write a letter to a family member
about personal reflection on and insight gained from the book.
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14.
List or attach the Course Outline (adequately described and including percentage of time to be allocated
to each topic). Curriculum Committees may request additional information. Topics larger than 20% need
to be broken down further. Indicate in your course outline where the Student Learning Outcomes
checked above are being met.
Introduction to American Indian Studies - 5% - SLO1
Pre-Columbian Societies - 5% - SLO 1
Origin Theories - 10% - SLO 5
Iroquois Confederacy & Traditional Governments - 10% - SLO 5
Assimilation - 5% - SLO 4
Boarding Schools - 5% - SLO 4 and SLO 5
Government Policies - 10% - SLO 4 & SLO 5
Race and Ethnicity - 10% - SLO 2 & SLO 6
Prejudice and Discrimination - 10% - SLO 4 & SLO 5
Racism - 10% - SLO 2 & SLO 6
White Privilege - 10% - SLO 2 and SLO 6
Images, Media, Mascots - 5% - SLO 3
Current Issues - 5% - SLO 3
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St. Cloud State University
General Education Transmittal Form
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Response Date:
Effective Date:
Proposal Number
Department: Ethnic Studies Department
Course or Course(s): ETHS 210: Introduction to American Indian Studies
Christopher Lehman
Department or Unit Chair Signature
2/26/10
Date
Department forward to Academic Affairs for publication and electronically to Chair of General Education Committee, Chair
of College Curriculum Committee, College Dean
Recommendation of General Education Committee:
Approve
Remarks:
Disapprove
Chairperson
Committee
Signature
Date
Recommendation of University Curriculum Committee:
Approve
Remarks:
Disapprove
Chairperson
Committee
Signature
Date
Recommendation of Faculty Association:
Approve
Remarks:
Disapprove
FA Senate
Signature
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Action of Academic Vice President:
Approve
Disapprove
Signature
Entered in Curriculum Data File
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Remarks:
Date