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Indigenous Peoples of the Americas describes, compares and contrasts various Indigenous societies of North America before and after European and American invasions of their territories; analyzes possible reasons for any changes in Indigenous societies during those time periods; and analyzes the efficacy of Indigenous survival techniques of the last five centuries. Also, describes knowledge of and the ability to communicate significant information regarding Native American cultures, histories, federal and tribal law and government, community development, language, language and tradition, stewardship, sovereignty, and other issues affecting life in Indian country, especially from a Native American perspective; demonstrates the ability to research issues affecting life in Indian country by using primary and secondary sources; demonstrates the ability to explain the concept of tribal sovereignty and understand the development and importance of modern tribal governments; demonstrates knowledge of Indigenous environmental relationships through an awareness of diverse indigenous cultural and scientific perspectives and the importance of protection of sacred and historical sites; demonstrates the ability to recognize the scope of tribal sovereignty as it relates to tribal, federal and international law (legislative and judicial) including the structure of federal/tribal relationships, indigenous autonomy, and self-governing behaviors. 

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