Native American History and the American West
( 25 Modules )

Module #1
Introduction to Native American History and the American West
Overview of the course, importance of understanding Native American history, and setting the stage for the American West

Module #2
Pre-Columbian Native American Cultures
Exploring the diversity of Native American cultures before European contact, including the Olmec, Mississippian, and Anasazi

Module #3
European Exploration and Encounter (1500-1600)
The impact of European exploration on Native American societies, including the Spanish, French, and English

Module #4
The Impact of Colonization (1600-1700)
The effects of colonization on Native American populations, including disease, displacement, and resistance

Module #5
Native American Confederacies and Alliances
The role of confederacies and alliances in Native American history, including the Iroquois and Creek Confederacies

Module #6
The American Revolution and Native Americans
Native American participation and experiences during the American Revolution

Module #7
Westward Expansion and the Louisiana Purchase
The impact of westward expansion on Native American societies, including the Louisiana Purchase and the Lewis and Clark expedition

Module #8
Removal and Relocation (1800-1830)
The forced removal and relocation of Native American tribes, including the Trail of Tears and the Indian Removal Act

Module #9
The Plains Indians and the Fur Trade
The role of the fur trade in shaping Native American economies and societies on the Great Plains

Module #10
The California Gold Rush and Native Americans
The impact of the California Gold Rush on Native American populations, including violence, displacement, and marginalization

Module #11
The Sioux and the Great Sioux War
The history of the Sioux Nation, including the Great Sioux War and the Battle of Little Bighorn

Module #12
Apache Resistance and the Apache Wars
The history of Apache resistance and the Apache Wars, including Geronimo and the Chiricahua Apache

Module #13
The Assimilation Era (1870-1920)
The federal governments assimilation policies, including boarding schools, allotment, and citizenship

Module #14
The Indian Reorganization Act and the New Deal
The Indian Reorganization Act and its impact on Native American self-governance and cultural preservation

Module #15
Termination and Relocation (1950s-1960s)
The federal governments termination and relocation policies, including the effects on Native American communities

Module #16
The American Indian Movement and Red Power
The history of the American Indian Movement and the Red Power movement, including key figures and events

Module #17
Tribal Sovereignty and Self-Determination
The current state of tribal sovereignty and self-determination, including gaming, law enforcement, and economic development

Module #18
Native American Cultural Preservation and Revitalization
Efforts to preserve and revitalize Native American cultures, including language, art, and spiritual practices

Module #19
Environmental Issues and Native American Communities
The impact of environmental issues on Native American communities, including climate change, mining, and oil drilling

Module #20
Health and Wellness in Native American Communities
The health and wellness challenges facing Native American communities, including historical trauma and contemporary health issues

Module #21
Education and Cultural Sensitivity
The importance of cultural sensitivity in education and the need for improved representation and inclusivity in curricula

Module #22
Native American Representation in Media and Popular Culture
The representation of Native Americans in media and popular culture, including stereotypes, misconceptions, and contemporary representations

Module #23
Native American Contributions to the American West
The often-overlooked contributions of Native Americans to the development of the American West, including agriculture, architecture, and exploration

Module #24
Reconciliation and Reparations
The need for reconciliation and reparations in Native American communities, including land restitution, boarding school apologies, and cultural repatriation

Module #25
Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion
Planning next steps in Native American History and the American West career

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Native American History and the American West ( 25 Modules )

Native American History and the American West
( 25 Modules )