indigeneous studies Flashcards
What is the main idea expressed by David Newhouse regarding the term ‘worldview’?
The use of the term ‘worldview’ diminishes the role of the mind in human life and overlooks the concept of an aboriginal mind that thinks and imagines.
Newhouse emphasizes the lack of recognition of Indigenous ways of thinking.
What significant change occurred in North American academia regarding Indigenous ways of knowing since the 1970s?
There has been a growing acknowledgment of Indigenous ways of knowing rooted in complex philosophical systems.
Indigenous leaders demanded a greater voice in academic portrayals of their communities.
What movement in the late 1960s and 1970s influenced the academic study of Indigenous philosophies?
The Red Power movement.
This movement advocated for Indigenous voices in academia and the need to indigenize the academy.
How did the perception of Indigenous worldviews evolve in academia over the last two decades?
What was once characterized as ‘Indian’ worldviews evolved into the study of Indigenous philosophy.
This shift reflects a broader acceptance of Indigenous perspectives in academic discourse.
Define philosophy as described in the text.
Philosophy is the study that people pursue to understand fundamental truths about themselves, the world, and their relationships.
It includes both Western and Indigenous ways of knowing.
What is a key difference between Western ways of knowing and Indigenous ways of knowing?
Western ways of knowing often dominate academic settings, whereas Indigenous ways of knowing are typically marginalized.
Indigenous philosophies are often seen as less substantive in traditional academic fields.
True or False: Indigenous Studies has gained universal acceptance as an academic field.
False.
Indigenous Studies is still often relegated to the periphery of academic inquiry.
What are the ecological influences on the development of Indigenous philosophies?
Indigenous philosophies developed in response to specific ecological rhythms, patterns, and events.
This contrasts with Western philosophies, which developed in Europe.
What was the impact of the establishment of a Native Studies department at the University of Minnesota in 1964?
It granted formal academic recognition to Indigenous Studies and provided culturally relevant course offerings.
This marked a significant step in acknowledging Indigenous concerns within academia.
Who was Vine Deloria, Jr. and what was his contribution to Indigenous philosophy?
Vine Deloria, Jr. was a Lakota scholar who critically explored Indigenous philosophy, challenging misconceptions about Indigenous cultures.
His works highlighted the relevance of Indigenous traditions in modern contexts.
Fill in the blank: Indigenous philosophy is more than the study of the evolution of _______ and codes of conduct.
ethics.
What does the term ‘two-eyed seeing’ refer to in the context of Indigenous philosophy?
It refers to the integration of both Indigenous and Western perspectives in understanding complex issues.
This approach emphasizes the strengths of both knowledge systems.
What is a criticism regarding the term ‘Indigenous perspective’?
It can imply essentialism, suggesting that people think and act in certain ways based solely on their ethnic group or gender.
This criticism highlights the diversity within Indigenous communities.
What challenge do scholars face when discussing Indigenous philosophies?
Demonstrating the uniqueness of various Indigenous perspectives while highlighting common themes.
This complexity arises from Canada’s cultural and linguistic diversity.
According to the text, what is necessary for a holistic understanding of Indigenous peoples’ responses to social forces?
Utilizing Indigenous philosophical tenets to evaluate how Indigenous peoples have historically responded to challenges.
This approach advocates for a deeper understanding of Indigenous cultural development.
What misconception about Indigenous cultures does the text challenge?
The belief that Indigenous cultures lack structured philosophies and written languages.
This misconception has contributed to the marginalization of Indigenous ways of knowing.
What is the relationship between culture and knowledge according to the text?
Each person’s culture defines how they come to know and understand their environment.
This concept emphasizes the subjective nature of knowledge acquisition.
What did Leroy Little Bear contribute to Indigenous philosophy discussions?
He expanded the dialogue beyond worldview and religion by incorporating scientific ideas.
His work helped bridge Indigenous and scientific perspectives.
True or False: The integration of Western ideas into Indigenous philosophy is seen as counterproductive.
False.
Deloria suggested that Western ideas can help in understanding Indigenous philosophical foundations.
What distinguishes the social structure of Indigenous peoples from that of the Inuit?
Indigenous peoples were principally agricultural and settled in large villages, while the Inuit lived in small, mobile communities.
How do Indigenous scholars view the land in relation to their identity?
Land is seen as the heart of Creation and a source of Indigenous identity, where humans are one among many relations.
What is a central tenet of Indigenous ways of knowing?
Measuring existence by ensuring the land’s health and safety rather than pursuing wealth through exploitation.
True or False: Indigenous philosophies regard the Earth as a resource for economic and social desires.
False
What does an ecological philosophy assess?
How the local environment influences a person’s beliefs, actions, and approaches to knowing.
