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Learner Reviews & Feedback for Indigenous Canada by University of Alberta

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About the Course

Indigenous Canada is a 12-lesson Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) from the Faculty of Native Studies that explores the different histories and contemporary perspectives of Indigenous peoples living in Canada. From an Indigenous perspective, this course explores complex experiences Indigenous peoples face today from a historical and critical perspective highlighting national and local Indigenous-settler relations. Topics for the 12 lessons include the fur trade and other exchange relationships, land claims and environmental impacts, legal systems and rights, political conflicts and alliances, Indigenous political activism, and contemporary Indigenous life, art and its expressions....

Top reviews

LJ

May 5, 2022

I really enjoyed this course. I liked that it was taught by indigenous peoples from their perspective. I feel much more confident in my knowledge regarding indigenous issues and traditions. Thank you!

EF

Nov 2, 2020

Such important information for us all. This course was eye-opening and should really be taken by every Canadian. The course flows along nicely and is easy to navigate. I am better for having taken it.

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By Kirsten K

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Nov 24, 2020

Thoroughly enjoyed the learning; modules had a nice flow from past to present and looking at indigenous culture from many viewpoints.

By Beth M

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Nov 9, 2020

I feel like I've learned the things that should have been part of my high school curriculum but weren't. An excellent starting point.

By Jaswant G

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Sep 14, 2020

really enjoyed this highly relevant study course, dr jaswant guzder

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By Amelia S

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Nov 6, 2018

Thorough, informative, entertaining, and eye-opening. This course is everything that grade seven studies of Native history should be.

By nicole w

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Jul 21, 2023

Très intéressant et instructif, malheureusement mon anglais n'est pas suffisant pour comprendre les questions des quiz hebdomadaire.

By Carmen T

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Jun 2, 2022

Fantastic overview of differences and similarities of different Indigenous groups in Canada. Great foundation for further learning.

By Patricia F

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May 9, 2022

This is an amazing course. The political and cultural issues discussed in thr course are a great first step in Indigenous knowledge

By Margo S

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Feb 27, 2022

I learned so much through this course and am grateful that it was available. The content and presenters were excellent. Thank you.

By Akemi D C

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Nov 14, 2021

This course should be required for everyone in Canada. I learned so much and i'm sad it's over, but i am inspired to keep learning.

By Gordon D

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Sep 8, 2021

I was able to take previously held notions and beliefs and re-examine their validity in my outlook on indigenous peoples and issues.

By Audrey R

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Sep 2, 2021

This was an excellent course , the material gave me an in depth understanding of Indigenous people , culture and history. Thank you

By Sonia H

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Aug 11, 2021

I think everyone should take this course to garner a better understanding of Canada's Indigenous Peoples, and Canada's full history.

By Kerry D

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Jul 30, 2021

The course is well organized and presented. It is a very good introduction to Indigenous history and comtemporary issues in Canada.

By Noah A

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Jul 21, 2021

A holistic look at one of the most vital and important elements of Canadian history. Will return to these materials again and again.

By David M

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Jul 7, 2021

I found this so valuable in helping me better understand the history of the land, the people, how and why we are where we are today.

By Caroline N

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Apr 6, 2021

Excellent primer of the history of Canada from the Indigenous perspective and on culture and politics. Would love to have a Part II.

By Roy O

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Mar 22, 2021

Terrific course. Well delivered, thoughtful and informative. A must for anyone who wants a more complete view of Canadian history.

By Kelly U

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Jan 4, 2021

I wish I had known almost any of the things that I learned here, long ago. Interesting, clearly laid out modules. Great instructors.

By Anne S

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Nov 26, 2020

I enjoyed the course. it was like refocussing my lens on the subject of Indigenious peoples. Well done! Thanks for your hard work.

By Tanya L G

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Nov 23, 2020

A thorough, comprehensive and important course that should be essential learning for all people living in this place we call Canada.

By Louise R

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Nov 15, 2020

I am so happy I took this course. It completely changed my perspective on the history of our country, and now I want to learn more!

By Jennifer

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Oct 27, 2020

Incredible! I would highly recommend to anyone who is thinking about this course. What a journey! Thank you so much for this course.

By Sergio A A N

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Sep 29, 2020

It is the beginning of a journey, a journey that is necessary to achieve an equal world where respect and sovereignty are the basis.

By Janice E

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Sep 26, 2020

This course was excellent. It was extremely informative and very well done. It held my interest and motivated me to keep learning.

By Mona K

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Sep 14, 2020

Love the lectures and then the course notes that were also included. great way of online learning. very educational and appropriate.