Overview
Soc 400- wk 6*
Overview
There are four Reflective Journal activities in the course, in Weeks 1, 3, 6, and 10. In each journal, you will use your writing, critical thinking, self-awareness, and social awareness skills to reflect on your experiences and opinions. As you read the course resources, participate in discussions, and work on your assignments, the journals may reflect shifts in your opinions or your approaches to issues and topics.
Preparation
Chapter 7 in the textbook describes some of the basic beliefs underpinning Native American spirituality and tradition. Reflect on ways in which Native Americans' strong belief systems and cultural traditions shape everything from personal identity to ideas about self-governance. How might that make cultural assimilation to mainstream society particularly challenging or even undesirable for some Native Americans?