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Native Americans and Gender. History and its Significance. What does studying history show? Informs us about present structures, values and ideas. The fact that society changes shows how the world (and all within) is socially constructed.
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History and its Significance • What does studying history show? • Informs us about present structures, values and ideas. • The fact that society changes shows how the world (and all within) is socially constructed. • Unfortunately, studying history can’t really help us prevent future problems…..
Seneca • Describe typical Senecan life. • How was power defined during Senecan times? • How is Senecan concepts of power different from present day US.
Seneca • What are spheres of life in which we perceive power resides? • Economy • Political sphere • Religion • Families • Culture
Seneca • To wrestle control from Senecas, the Europeans used to power to change the dynamic of power in: • Family • Economy • Political Life
Seneca • What strategies are used to change societies? • Cause internal dissent • Accusing powerful women of witches • Reward some people in the group.