Course Overview
This is the first of two courses that explore the human-nature relationship based the on values and perspectives of Indigenous peoples. This first course will explore the historical and contemporary relations between Indigenous peoples and their traditional lands as it relate to stewardship decision-making. Lectures, group discussions, and case studies are used to guide students to broaden the scope of ecological stewardship, consider indigenous values alongside diverse perspectives, and propose a commonly accepted solution to a hypothetical ecological restoration scenario. The course will set the stage for students to incorporate diverse world visions into their work as restoration practitioners.
Prerequisite(s)
- Acceptance into the MSc Program
Credits
1.5
Registration requirements
Departmental approval is required to register for this course. You must have approval from the department to register. Students accepted into a program can register directly.
Domestic fees
$1,272.70
International fees are typically 3.4 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Integrate Indigenous ways of connecting and interacting with the land with ecological restoration approaches
- Develop ways to incorporate diverse perspectives into the practice of ecological restoration
- Integrate the roles Indigenous communities play in developing and initiating restoration activities
- Design restoration plans that incorporate Indigenous peoples' values and traditional knowledge
Effective as of Fall 2024
Related Programs
Indigenous and Social Perspectives on Ecological Restoration 1 (ECOR 9140) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs eligible for students to apply for Post-graduation Work Permit (PGWP).
School of Construction and the Environment
- Ecological Restoration
Master of Science Full-time/Part-time
Course Offerings
Fall 2026
Below is one offering of ECOR 9140 for the Fall 2026 term.
CRN 51709
Dates
Sep 15 - Dec 11 Loading
- CRN 51709
- $1272.70 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
Duration
13 weeks
Instructor
Ashley Shaw
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- This course is reserved for students in the MSc in Ecological Restoration program. Please contact Anita Lai at anita_lai@bcit.ca or 604-432-8465 to request permission.
Confirmation
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Status
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