This course traces the political, economic, social, and cultural development of what is now known as the North Slope of Alaska. Particular attention is paid to the outside forces that influenced the course that the Iñupiat have taken over time. This course uses historical accounts and documents and will also bring prominent Native Alaskan leaders into the classroom to guide students in an examination of Alaska Native history and the history of Iñupiaq organizations. Students will explore topics in Alaska Native leadership from both local and statewide perspectives, using the North Slope experience as the focusing lens. This course meets the initial teacher certification requirements of AS 14.20.20(h) and 4 AAC 12.075(b) of the Alaska Department of Education and Early Development, Office of Teacher Education and Certification, Approved Courses (for specific certification requirements, please see http://www.eed.state.ak.us/TeacherCertification/).
Semester Offered
Fall