AIS 205 - U.S.Indian History

Institution:

Fort Peck Community College

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Description:

3 credits This course examines the American Indian tribes within the United States focusing on tribal and inter-tribal relations, as well as interaction with Europeans and Americans. The course will cover the Pre-Columbian locations, migrations, initial contact with Europeans, tribal relations and interactions, and European policies. A historical summary of federal Indian policy, legislation, treaties, and current affairs will be examined. Emphasis will be placed on the resiliency and survival of Indian cultures. Cross-listed as HIST 205. Spring. AIS 208 Politics of Indian Economic Development 3 credits This course examines the politics of economic development on Indian reservations and explores the leading economic theories of development and underdevelopment. Topics include the evolution of tribal governments and the public and private institutional forces that shape reservation economies. The course topics also include the role of natural resource development, finance and capital development, basic infrastructure, human resources, leadership and management capabilities, the impact of technology, and the concepts of local enterprise and nation building. Spring.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.fpcc.edu

Phone Number:

(406) 768-6300

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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