This curriculum unit introduces students to the relationship between the federal government and American Indians through five narrative descriptions of the related legislation, laws, and court interpretations. The narratives cover: (1) the historical basis of federal Indian law and the government-to-government relationship; (2) legal definitions…

Learning activities are the main feature of this instructor's guide for a course which emphasizes appreciation of American Indian culture for non-Indian human service providers. The course can be completed in 12-15 hours and may be used as part of a college social work course or presented in workshop fashion. The manual is companion to a student…