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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

AS

Sep 6, 2020

I found this course to be very informative. Thank you for the opportunity to see our shared history from another perspective. I hope this is as groundbreaking for my fellow Canadians as it was for me.

TC

Sep 22, 2021

I learned so much. Going through the course material was a great experience. It really opened up my eyes and mind. The material is well laid out and I was able to complete the segments at a good pace.

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By Khelha H

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Oct 17, 2021

Very deep course. It is hard to realize how cruel people can be. It is sad to understand that even nowadays people can be humiliated.

Thank you for your course.

By Dennis D

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Oct 2, 2021

I found this course to be a very informative overview. Most areas of indigenous life I knew nothing about and I think every Canadian should take rhis course.

By Ashley C

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Aug 23, 2021

A fantastic course that really gives you a broad overview. I really appreciated the videos and additional support and information provided. Strongly recommend.

By Christine M

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Jun 6, 2021

This was a wonderful course, filled with accounts that were new to me. I deeply appreciate all your hard work and I am thankful I was able to take this course.

By Michael J

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Feb 22, 2021

It was easy to follow and get into. A few spelling mistakes and phonetical errors in the follow along text, other than that, a well layed out and great course.

By Laura D

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Jan 11, 2021

Excellent course. Well taught. Thankful for the opportunity to learn from such wonderful teachers, scholars and all individuals who provided their experiences.

By Jessica M

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Jan 3, 2021

I absolutely loved this course and learned so much. I can't wait to do more learning about Indigenous Canada! I hope you will offer more courses in the future.

By Faye H

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Nov 29, 2020

Thank you for offering this important educational opportunity. I truly appreciate the opportunity to learn about this. The content and delivery were excellent.

By Nyna M

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Sep 2, 2020

I found the course to be a review for me as well as learning many new concepts. The materials are well presented and the questions are very thought provoking.

By Zoe P

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Aug 31, 2020

Wonderful intro to history and current issues from an indigenous perspective that is still missing in our country's curriculum. All Canadians should take this.

By Kathy M

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Aug 13, 2020

Wonderful! I think every Canadian should take this course to learn more about the land we inhabit. The line "We stand on native land." will be with me forever.

By Candace W

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Aug 5, 2020

Loved this course! Finished it in only 4 weeks as I found it fascinating and informative. I think every treaty person should take it to understand our history.

By Christina M

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Jul 5, 2018

Loved it, so enriching. I have learned so much and I am grateful for this free knowledge. Thank you for the efforts and energy put forth throughout the course.

By Tanya B

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Jun 8, 2023

so many things I was never taught in school growing up in Canada. almost the entire course was completely new information that the school system did not teach

By Martina S

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May 3, 2022

Excellent course. Well designed and very informative. Touches on a wide variety of topics related to Indigenous studies and offers an educational narrative.

By Dave F

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Mar 24, 2022

Really Enjoyable course.

Sign up with the option to receive a certificate...I wish i would have to have something to show.

Do sign up as it is a great course

By Leo E B

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Jan 19, 2022

great course

very informative

provided me with the background information to begin to understand the issues that face Indigenous people

good learning experience

By Glenda B

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Nov 28, 2021

I was surprised that I knew so little about Indigenous history. it was very eye opening and i am grateful I took the course. Would highly recommend to others!

By Zeeshan D

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Oct 23, 2021

This is an informative and interesting course to learn about the Aboriginal People of Canada. The University of Albert has designed it in an authentic manner.

By Karen M

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Oct 14, 2021

I loved this course! It was so educating and informative on issues that were not provided in our school system. Thank you for sharing this essential resource!

By Savanah M T

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Sep 23, 2021

This was a thoughtful and well structured course. Given how accessible it is, I would encourage everyone who lives in Canada to take the time to complete it.

By Lindsay H [

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Aug 22, 2021

An engaging, thought-provoking, and extremely necessary perspective....a wonderful jumping-off point for further learning and reflection. Thank you very much!

By Ron B

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Aug 18, 2021

Great program, refresh of learning from norhtern Manitoba from years ago but many new learnings and fresh perspective. Fantastic to see a program like this.

By Rosemary K

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Apr 19, 2021

As a recently discovered part of our family history I have thoroughly enjoyed and embraced every lesson. I have learned so much and am so grateful, Thank you!

By Aleksandra

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Mar 6, 2021

Detailed explanations of Indigenous history and present, good fundation as a beginning to understand indigenous knowledge and embarking on a learning journey.