This course delves into the seasonal transition of the Interior Plateau people as they emerge from their winter dwellings to engage in outdoor gathering activities during the spring season. This course offers students an immersive exploration of local Indigenous cultures and their relationship with the land. Through experiential learning and cultural immersion, students will gain insights into the traditional practices of Interior Plateau communities, including harvesting roots and medicines, and preparing for the new season. Students are expected to participate in on-the-land field trips. Prerequisites: Admission to the TRU MEd program. Students must have completed 3 of the MEd core courses - EDUC 5010, EDUC 5011, EDUC 5020, EDUC 5021, EDUC 5030, EDUC 5031, EDUC 5040, EDUC 5041, EDUC 5400, EDUC 5401
This course delves into the seasonal transition of the Interior Plateau people as they emerge from their winter dwellings to engage in outdoor gathering activities during the spring season. This course offers students an immersive exploration of local Indigenous cultures and their relationship with the land. Through experiential learning and cultural immersion, students will gain insights into the traditional practices of Interior Plateau communities, including harvesting roots and medicines, and preparing for the new season. Students are expected to participate in on-the-land field trips. Prerequisites: Admission to the TRU MEd program. Students must have completed 3 of the MEd core courses - EDUC 5010, EDUC 5011, EDUC 5020, EDUC 5021, EDUC 5030, EDUC 5031, EDUC 5040, EDUC 5041, EDUC 5400, EDUC 5401
