These two years reflect the final collapsing of the curricula from 5 years into 4 years. Both are currently being offered in some schools across the province. As a developer, I was wondering what would be left of the documents after the Minister's editors went through the courses. I am surprised because much of what we wrote is still left as part of the document. From what I was told, Native Studies document was carefully scrutinized for political and federal bashing.
Courses are to teach facts and sometimes, the facts needed careful rewording.
I see these courses as providing opportunities for students wishing to pursue an indept study of Native Studies. Identity is the searching for meaning as a person, as a community. Relationships help us focus on our roots in our own communities. Sovereignty reflects those ideas related to regaining control of our communities. Challenges are an examination of issues forthcoming in the future.