NAIS 14
Ethnic Studies and the Religious Traditions of Native Americans
Course Description
This ethnic studies course is an examination of Native American religious and spiritual beliefs and practices, with particular emphasis on understanding Native American land-based religious philosophy and belief. Tribal religions are examined, with a focus on traditional worldviews, beliefs, and practices, critical events, religious movements, the effects of ethnocentrism and colonialism on Native American lived experiences and struggles for religious freedom, including gaining an understanding of Native resistance and accommodation and the continuous struggle for self-determination in regards to Native religious/spiritual identity and practice.
Class Details
| CRN | Course | Section | Days | Times | Instructor | Loc |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 37378 | NAIS 14 | 60Z | ······· | TBA-TBA | Meghan Kensler | ONLINE |
Class Dates: This class runs from 2026-01-05 to 2026-03-27.
Footnote:
NAIS-014.-60Z: Fully ONLINE. This class does not have scheduled meetings. Students can log in anytime to do the required weekly course work. Students must have access to a computer, the internet and an individual email address. We recommend a laptop or desktop computer to successfully complete the course; a tablet or phone may not be adequate for all assignments and tests. Most De Anza classes will use the Canvas course management system. Information about Canvas and Online Education Orientation can be found in Canvas on the Student Resources page: https://deanza.instructure.com/courses/3382 . The Student Online Resources hub with extensive information and tips can be found at deanza.edu/online-ed/students/remotelearning.
Class Materials
| Textbook/Material | Type | Required | Purchase | Rent | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New | Used | New | Used | |||
| Sacred Wisdom of the Native Americans Zimmerman © 2016 ISBN: 9780785833901 | Textbook | Required | $11.00 | $8.25 | $4.40 | |
Lower prices may be available for textbooks or materials in certain courses, when purchased through the course site on Canvas. Your instructor will tell you if a lower price is available.
View textbook and/or other materials available at the Bookstore.
Course Details
- Units
- 4 Units
- Hours
- Weekly Lecture Hours: 4
- Weekly Lab Hours: 0
- Formerly
- (Formerly ICS D044.)
- Program Status
- Program Applicable
- Credit
- Credit - Degree Applicable
- Grading Method
- Letter Grading
Requisite and Advisory
- Advisory
- ENGL C1000 or ENGL C1000H or ESL D005.