CLIM086 - Indigenous Knowledge and Perspectives of Climate Adaptation
Course Description
This course invites you to engage deeply with Indigenous perspectives on climate adaptation and mitigation. You'll explore how Indigenous leadership can restore better practices across social and political landscapes, healing relationships with our planet for future generations.
Course Outline
The course was designed by a team of Indigenous knowledge holders, subject matter experts, and instructional designers. It aims to provide a self-directed, accessible learning experience that reflects Indigenous values. While no single course can cover all Indigenous perspectives, this course serves as a foundation for further learning and encourages decolonized approaches to climate adaptation and action.
In this course, you will:
- Learn from a diverse range of Indigenous knowledge and cultural practices
- Explore decolonized approaches to climate adaptation and action
- Engage with Indigenous leaders and their perspectives on climate change
Learner Outcomes
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Identify the Indigenous territories you live in
- Recognize the complexity of Indigenous cultures and historical contexts
- Analyze relevant Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action
- Reflect on how past learnings inform current and future decisions
- Understand Indigenous perspectives on interconnectivity and climate actions
- Learn from Indigenous climate leaders about impacts in their territories
- Relate traditional and non-traditional climate adaptation methods to your work
- Explore the multi-generational impact of climate decisions
- Describe the importance of integrating Indigenous knowledge and Western science
- Appreciate the need for collaborative, community-based climate initiatives
Applies Towards the Following Certificates
- Climate Adaptation Fundamentals Micro-credential : Core Courses
- Infrastructure and Climate Resilience Planning Micro-credential : Elective Courses