ACE 102 Traditional Ecological Knowledge
2 Credits

Based on the need for cultural perspective to science education and mutual support students will be introduced to the principles of traditional ecological knowledge in theory and practice. The course will be based on visits to local First Nations Communities interlaced with short introductory lectures in the classroom. During the visits, students will learn about traditional seafood harvesting and preparation techniques, traditional fisheries management and social systems. All presentations will be in form of lectures by elders or in question and answer format in an interactive group setting. Students will gain a better understanding of the significance of traditional ecological knowledge and its application in modern fisheries and land use management in several First Nations Communities.

Prerequisites
English Studies 10, English First Peoples 10 or equivalent

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