Indigenous Studies (INDG) - Oral and Literary Storywork
INDG 2106 Oral and Literary Storywork
Prerequisites:
Any 15 credits completed, or permission of the instructor.
Antirequisites:
INDG 2025; NATI 2025
Hours:
Three hours of lecture per week
Credits:
3
Description:
Students learn the techniques, methods of persuasion, and holistic philosophies that animate the oral tradition while tracing the influences of orality to contemporary literary works. Oral storytelling is especially significant in Indigenous communities for the continuation of tradition and the dissemination of creation stories and other cultural teachings. By working with stories in an Indigenous context, students gain valuable knowledge that enhances their communication skills. This course may be credited towards English Studies.