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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 Laura M

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Jul 31, 2021

A fantastic course that opens your eyes to the atrocities the indigenous peoples of Canada endure. A must for ALL Canadians.

By Susan F

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Jul 7, 2021

This course has taught me that there is so much more to know and that i now have to journey forward to learn more. Thank you

By Amy B

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Mar 21, 2021

I'm grateful that this enriching course is made available and I strongly feel that it should be mandatory for every Canadian.

By Brian B

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Mar 10, 2021

I would highly recommend this online learning to anyone wanting to better understand the history of our country and province.

By Emily B

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Mar 9, 2021

Fantastic and necessary learning for anyone who lives in North America or is interested in the history of Indigenous peoples.

By Kimberly B

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Feb 27, 2021

I found this course incredibly grounding and impactful. Being indigenous, I feel more connected to my culture and my history.

By Jocelyn J

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Jan 27, 2021

Provided so much depth of Indigenous history. Such an eye opening course. What a privilege it was to learn about the history.

By Steve F

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Jan 11, 2021

It was a fantastic Foundation of learning, the visual maps, the paintings and the information had a constant and smooth flow.

By Kate B

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Nov 28, 2020

This is an excellent course. Every Canadian student should be encouraged to take it. Thank you for making it available to us.

By Lisa W

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Nov 22, 2020

I really enjoyed this course. The content was well organized and detailed. I am so happy I took the time to learn about this.

By Alexa S

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Nov 18, 2020

A must take for all Canadians. Settler Canadians (such as myself) be ready to unlearn much of what you were taught in school

By Andrew R

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Oct 17, 2020

Amazing course that everyone in Canada should take. Fantastic and easy to follow videos with wonderful course note summaries.

By Cheryl B

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Aug 22, 2020

Indigenous Canada gave me a totally different perspective on our Canada History and the lives of Indigenous people of Cananda

By Kimberlynn M

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Dec 4, 2022

Well designed and a history that every Canadian should learn. I appreciated the art and stories that accompanied the course.

By Yvonne S

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Oct 14, 2022

Thank you so much for opening my mind to an even richer history that I knew. loved the content, delivery, pace and content.

By Brian D B

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Sep 16, 2022

I found the course was an informative flexable way to understand how the european occupation of Canada happened. Thank you

By Milene d A S

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Sep 16, 2022

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR ALL YOUR EFFORT AND DEDICATION ON BRINGING TO LIGHT THESE MARVILLOUS CULTURES AND PEOPLES! I LOVE IT!

By Cathleen S

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Jan 2, 2022

Eye opener. WE were not taught this in school in the late 70's early 80's. I have a new view on my canadian experience now.

By Kevin M

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Dec 17, 2021

Excellent Course, very comprehensive examination of Indigenous Histories and Challenges presented through the lens of Truth.

By Ricki S

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Oct 19, 2021

Thank you very much for offering this online course. I found it very educational and interesting and well worth completing!

By Donna O

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Sep 21, 2021

Every Canadian should take this course. I have been enlightened and will share my knowledge with those who are interested.

By Carla M R

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Aug 29, 2021

I really enjoyed this course and feel that I learned so much and feel that I am more appreciative of this wonderful culture.

By Naomi B

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Aug 17, 2021

Thank you for enlightening me on the Indigenous People of Canada. I wish I had been able to learn this when I was in school.

By lynn d

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Apr 21, 2021

Thank-you so much for the opportunity. The course was well presented and organized. I learned so much.

Keep up the good work.

By Sherry P

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Apr 12, 2021

Great course, have really enjoyed learning about indigenous culture, history and art. It frames how I see Canada. Thank you.