This course is designed to provide a strong foundation in Traditional Ecological Knowledge and ways of knowing. Through four modules, which incorporate a variety of readings, videos, and other interactive activities, you will: 

• Identify some of the opportunities and challenges in using TEK to address environmental challenges.  
• Develop your personal guidelines for integrating principles of TEK in your teaching which honor, acknowledge and care take TEK and Indigenous people. 
• Compare and Contrast Traditional Ecological Knowledge & Ways of Knowing with Western Science & Ways of Knowing 
• Support your students in developing relationships with the world around them.
• Teach a lesson or a unit which integrates TEK knowledge and/or practices with your students. 
   

This 8-week course is designed to require 12-15 hours of active participation and work and is made up of 5 modules including:

• Module 1: What is Traditional Ecological Knowledge?
• Module 2: What does Traditional Ecological Knowledge Look Like?
• Module 3: Comparing Traditional Ecological Knowledge and Western Science
• Module 4: Learning Through Observational Science
• Module 5: Designing Your Teaching Plan

Although learning is self paced, there is a suggested timeline of completion for each module. Additionally, participants will be required to attend a 1-hour online discussion with fellow eeCourse participants to share ideas, reflections on course materials, and/or their final course project. 

Participants who complete this course can earn 1 credit hour of continuing education through Adams State University (additional fee of $60 paid to Adams State University) 

Registration for Fall 2026 will be open August 5 - September 24, 2026. The term begins September 28 and all assignments are due by November 20, 2026. This course is designed to be completed within the designated timeframe, so please plan accordingly to make the most of your learning experience, and ensure you have the time to fully participate in the course. If unexpected circumstances prevent you from finishing, you may request a one-time deferral to a future course term for a $50 fee.

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Supervisors interested in enrolling multiple staff can receive a discount of one free registration for every three registrations! Email Lisa Eadens at [email protected] for more details and to receive a registration code.