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AIS105: Introduction to American Indian Studies
– 3 credits
Introduction to political, economic, and social structures of American Indian Nations. Provides overview of American Indian tribal cultures prior to contact, the impact of European contact, and the influence of western social systems on tribal nations. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: C
Class#
Location
Delivery
Dates
Days
Times
Instructors
Availability
16507
Mesa: Dobson Campus
SC 25
Hybrid
05/27 –
06/26
Summer 2025
Tu,Th
11:20AM – 2:20PM
- M. Figueroa
Open
11 of 15 Seats Available
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Notes
- Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session.
Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.
Class 16507 ACE students only
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
AIS110: Navajo Government
– 3 credits
Addresses and examines major historical developments of the Navajo People with a focus on government, law, society, livelihood, tradition, and culture. Includes the major components and operation of Navajo government and related tribal laws, such as Title II and Title VII of the Navajo Nation Code, as well as the significance of the Treaty of 1868. Federal Indian policies and their impact on Navajo society and government, the importance of federal and tribal citizenship and related federal and tribal laws, and the role of the Navajo clanship system and other relevant cultural concepts addressed. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: C, H
Class#
Location
Delivery
Dates
Days
Times
Instructors
Availability
17150
Estrella Mountain
Internet/ Online Class
In Person
05/27 –
06/26
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
- P. Yabeny
Open
32 of 32 Seats Available
AIS140: American Indian History
– 3 credits
Survey of American Indian history with emphasis on the last 200 years. Focuses on cultural, economic, political and social continuity and changes. Topics include how federal policies impacted and were shaped by Indigenous peoples and how Indigenous individuals, communities, and nations have maintained cultural identity and sovereignty.
Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: C, H, SB
Class#
Location
Delivery
Dates
Days
Times
Instructors
Availability
13770
Scottsdale
Online Course
Online
05/27 –
07/17
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
- J. Puisto
Open
18 of 25 Seats Available
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Notes
- Notes: ONLINE CLASS. All classwork can be completed entirely online.
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Book Information
11022
Estrella Mountain
Internet/ Online Class
Online
05/27 –
06/26
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
- P. Yabeny
Open
25 of 32 Seats Available
AIS213: American Indian Religions
– 3 credits
An examination of the historical and cultural background of diverse life ways and worldviews belonging to the peoples indigenous to the North American continent over time, including a study of modern day American Indian beliefs and practices. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent.
General Education Designations: C, HU, L
Class#
Location
Delivery
Dates
Days
Times
Instructors
Availability
10453
Glendale
Online Class
Online
06/30 –
07/31
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
- S. Roam
Open
6 of 24 Seats Available
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Notes
- Notes: ONLINE
Online classes are completely asynchronous but may include optional synchronous components such as review sessions, office hours, etc.
Students are required to have access to a computer/mobile device and Internet access, and a webcam may be necessary for specific classes.
Students are required to submit an initial assignment due within the first few days of class.
For information about how to get started, go to https://www.gccaz.edu/online/readiness. Click 'Canvas' link in column on the left and then click 'Log in to Canvas': https://learn.maricopa.edu
Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.
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Book Information
AIS105: Introduction to American Indian Studies – 3 credits
Introduction to political, economic, and social structures of American Indian Nations. Provides overview of American Indian tribal cultures prior to contact, the impact of European contact, and the influence of western social systems on tribal nations. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: C
| Class# | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Instructors | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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16507
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Mesa: Dobson Campus
SC 25 |
Hybrid
|
05/27 –
06/26
Summer 2025 |
Tu,Th
|
11:20AM – 2:20PM
|
|
Open
11 of 15 Seats Available |
|
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AIS110: Navajo Government – 3 credits
Addresses and examines major historical developments of the Navajo People with a focus on government, law, society, livelihood, tradition, and culture. Includes the major components and operation of Navajo government and related tribal laws, such as Title II and Title VII of the Navajo Nation Code, as well as the significance of the Treaty of 1868. Federal Indian policies and their impact on Navajo society and government, the importance of federal and tribal citizenship and related federal and tribal laws, and the role of the Navajo clanship system and other relevant cultural concepts addressed. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: C, H
| Class# | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Instructors | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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17150
|
Estrella Mountain
Internet/ Online Class |
In Person
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05/27 –
06/26
Summer 2025 |
N/A
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N/A
|
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Open
32 of 32 Seats Available |
AIS140: American Indian History – 3 credits
Survey of American Indian history with emphasis on the last 200 years. Focuses on cultural, economic, political and social continuity and changes. Topics include how federal policies impacted and were shaped by Indigenous peoples and how Indigenous individuals, communities, and nations have maintained cultural identity and sovereignty.
Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: C, H, SB
| Class# | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Instructors | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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13770
|
Scottsdale
Online Course |
Online
|
05/27 –
07/17
Summer 2025 |
N/A
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N/A
|
|
Open
18 of 25 Seats Available |
|
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11022
|
Estrella Mountain
Internet/ Online Class |
Online
|
05/27 –
06/26
Summer 2025 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
25 of 32 Seats Available |
AIS213: American Indian Religions – 3 credits
An examination of the historical and cultural background of diverse life ways and worldviews belonging to the peoples indigenous to the North American continent over time, including a study of modern day American Indian beliefs and practices. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent.
General Education Designations: C, HU, L
| Class# | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Instructors | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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10453
|
Glendale
Online Class |
Online
|
06/30 –
07/31
Summer 2025 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
6 of 24 Seats Available |
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