HWST 100 - Introduction to Hawaiian Culture KCC AA/DH and KCC AS/AH

Institution:

Kapiolani Community College

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Description:

3 hours lecture per week HWST 100 is an introduction to Hawaiian cultural traditions and history, from ancient to modern times. It provides an overview of ancient concepts that still influence Hawaiian thinking today, including the sacredness of the land, the intimate connection between human beings and nature, and the importance of connection to a place and a genealogy. Upon successful completion of HWST 100, the student should be able to: Contrast, compare and explain Hawaiian creation traditions and genealogies. Demonstrate a knowledge of Hawaiian voyaging migration traditions and the voyaging revival in modern times. Describe Hawaiian social organization, traditional values, and protocol, including performing protocol related to greeting guests and outsiders. Utilize a basic knowledge of the Hawaiian Language, including linguistic history, pronunciation, commonly used words and phrases, and the current revival of Hawaiian Language in the State's educational systems. 2 Explain the major tenets and beliefs of Hawaiian religion, including its gods, the kapu system, and places of worship. Explain the Hawaiian view of the land, sea and nature, including place names and sacred places, irrigation systems (lo'i) and fishponds, relationships to indigenous plants and animals, and current environmental issues from a Hawaiian perspective. Demonstrate a knowledge of Hawaiian arts including hula, verbal arts, 3D arts, and arts of daily life. Recount the major events and trends of Hawaiian history, including traditional chiefs, responses to foreigners, and the monarchy and its legacy and the foundation it created for Hawai'i today. Evaluate and analyze modern Hawaiian issues, including political status, burial rights, social and educational issues, native gathering rights and traditional cultural practices, and the impact of tourism on Hawaiian culture.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

09/01/2006 - 09/01/2008 

Institution Website:

kapiolani.hawaii.edu/page/home

Phone Number:

(808) 734-9000

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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