Indigenous Studies Exam Cards

What does UNDRIP stand for?

What does UNDRIP stand for?

UNDRIP stands for United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.

What is the importance of UNDRIP?

• It was adopted by the UN General Assembly in 2007

• It recognizes the inherent rights of indigenous peoples and their right to self-determination

• It provides a framework for the protection of indigenous peoples' rights and cultures

• It promotes the participation of indigenous peoples in decision-making processes that affect them

• It calls for the elimination of discrimination against indigenous peoples

• It emphasizes the importance of preserving and revitalizing indigenous languages, cultures, and traditions

• It has been endorsed by many countries, although some have yet to fully implement its provisions

• It is a significant step towards addressing historical injustices and promoting reconciliation with indigenous peoples.

What does EMRIP stand for?

EMRIP stands for Expert Mechanism on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.

What is the importance of EMRIP?

• It was established by the UN Human Rights Council in 2007

• Its purpose is to provide advice and recommendations on indigenous issues to the Council

• EMRIP is composed of seven independent experts who serve in their personal capacity

• It meets annually and reports to the Council on its work and findings

• EMRIP's work includes conducting studies, providing technical assistance, and promoting dialogue on indigenous issues

• Its recommendations have been influential in shaping international policies on indigenous rights

What do you include in the introduction of a critical analysis of an article?

• state the title of the work, the author’s name and the date of publication

• outline main ideas of the book and identify the author’s thesis

• state your own thesis statement and your main idea about the work

What do you include in the summary of a critical analysis of an article?

• briefly outline the main ideas of the article

• should involve who, what, where, when, why and how

• you may also choose to discuss the structure, style or point of view

What do you include in the analysis of a critical analysis of an article?

• critically state what you like and do not like about the book, article or film

• explain your ideas with specific examples from the book, article or film

• assess whether the author has achieved their intended goal

• the analysis may look at whether the work is focused, understandable, persuasive, clear, informative, interesting, well-written

What do you include in the conclusion of a critical analysis of an article?

• restate your thesis in new words

• summarize your main ideas if possible with new and stronger words

• include a call to action for your reader

What is repatriation in the indigenous context?

• Repatriation is the process of returning ancestral remains and cultural objects to their rightful Indigenous communities.

• It is a way to honor and respect the beliefs and traditions of Indigenous peoples.

• Repatriation can help to heal the trauma and loss caused by the forced removal of cultural objects and human remains.

• The repatriation process can involve negotiations with museums, government agencies, and other institutions that hold Indigenous cultural objects and remains.

• Repatriation is an ongoing process that requires ongoing advocacy and support from Indigenous communities and allies.

What is a primary source and examples?

• The first source of something created during the time when it was made

• Examples

  • oral history

  • written history

  • historical clothing, weapons, accessories

  • artifacts

Whats the meaning of Guns, germs and steel?

• part of colonization

• how europeans colonized places as Indigenous people didn’t have resources to fight off the guns, germs and steel

What part of the world was delt good cards in terms of location and resources?

• Middle East

• Many animals and crops that can be domesticated

• Crops grew easily

• Making a surplus of food allowing other skills to grow besides farming

What is the understanding of the term ‘Indigenous’

• Self- identification as indigenous peoples at the individual level and accepted by the community as their member.

• Historical continuity with pre-colonial and/or pre-settler societies

• Strong link to territories and surrounding natural resources

• Distinct social, economic or political systems

• Distinct language, culture and beliefs

• Form non-dominant groups of society

• Resolve to maintain and reproduce their ancestral environments and systems as distinctive peoples and communities

What is self determination?

• Self-determination is the right of a people to determine their own political status.

• It is a fundamental principle of international law and the United Nations Charter.

• Self-determination can be exercised through a variety of means, including independence, autonomy, or integration.

• It is often associated with struggles for decolonization and the recognition of minority rights

What is self government?

the formal structure through which Indigenous communities may control the administration of their people, land, resources and related programs and policies, through agreements with ​federal and provincial governments.

What is the ethnosphere?

• Definition: The ethnosphere refers to the sum total of all thoughts, beliefs, myths, and institutions that make up the cultural heritage of humanity.

• Coined by: Anthropologist Wade Davis in 1990.

• Importance: The ethnosphere represents the diversity of human culture and knowledge, and its preservation is crucial for the survival of humanity and the planet.

• Threats: The ethnosphere is under threat from globalization, cultural homogenization, and the loss of traditional knowledge and languages.

• Preservation efforts: Efforts to preserve the ethnosphere include cultural revitalization, language preservation, and the protection of indigenous rights.

What are some common Indigenous beliefs?

• Everything is interconnected

• The land is sacred

• Ancestors play an important role

• The importance of oral tradition

• The significance of ceremony and ritual

• The balance of nature is crucial

• The concept of time is cyclical

• The power of dreams and visions

• The use of natural medicines and healing practices

What are residential schools?

• Place govenments send Indigenous and mixed Indigenous children to

• Kill the indian in the child

• Poorly treated, physical, mental and sexual abuse

• Forced to speak English and not their own language

• Forced to believe in Christianity

• Almost never or didn’t see their families again

• Required by many countries to attend during the 1900s

Define assimilation in the Indigenous context

The process of Indigenous people forced to adopt the cultural values, customs, and language of the dominant society, often resulting in the loss of their own cultural identity and practices. Genocide of Indigenous people

What are the four categories in the G I chart and what do you do with them?

• Factual

  • What is where

  • Is, did, can

  • what where when who

• Analytical

  • Why there

  • is did can

  • why how

• Prediction

  • what will be where and why care?

  • would should will might

  • what where when who

• application

  • why care

  • would should will might

  • why how

What structure should you follow when writing a paragraph in history?

P - Point

E - Evidence

E - Explanation

What is identity?

• Identity refers to the characteristics, traits, and beliefs that define an individual.

• It is shaped by various factors such as culture, family, society, and personal experiences.

• Identity can be fluid and can change over time.

• It can be influenced by external factors such as discrimination and oppression.

• Identity plays a crucial role in shaping an individual's sense of self and their interactions with others