Chevron Left
Back to Indigenous Canada

Learner Reviews & Feedback for Indigenous Canada by University of Alberta

4.8
stars
22,951 ratings

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

GC

Oct 14, 2021

This was one of the best online courses I have taken. It was well written, great material related to my own personal development and gave me a better understanding of the Indigenous Peoples in Canada.

SS

Nov 19, 2020

I majored in Native Studies during my BA 20 years ago, but I still learned a lot from this course. The units on art, gender roles, and Indigenous people in urban centers were especially interesting.

Filter by:

3701 - 3725 of 7,888 Reviews for Indigenous Canada

By John E

•

Jul 7, 2022

An eye opening primer on Indigenous history and Canada. It paints a very differnt history than what we learned in school. I really enjoyed it.

By Dominique M

•

Apr 30, 2022

I learned a lot. Realized I was quite ignorant abour Indigenous People. It open my eyes. Every person in Canada would benefit from that course

By Audra W

•

Jan 13, 2022

Very informative and thought provoking. The instructors were knowledgeable and expressive. I learned so much and still have a thirst for more.

By Grace M

•

Jun 30, 2021

So well presented and so very informative. Wonderful interactive modules as well. This course should be mandatory for every single Canadian.

By Amanda S

•

Jun 25, 2021

While there is still so much for me to learn, this was an excellent start. The course was very well done, and I am grateful for the teachings.

By Warren B

•

Feb 19, 2021

Growing up in Canada in the 80s and 90s, I was never taught anything about indigenous history. This was a great course that taught me so much.

By Maureen H

•

Jan 22, 2021

Fantastic course, wonderful lecturers. Gained a greater perspective of aborigial culture and connection to the environment. So glad I took it!

By Debra H

•

Nov 13, 2020

Thorough overview of Indigenous history and issues. Highly recommend. Wish there were a further course, to build on what I learned. Thank you!

By Taryn H

•

Nov 5, 2020

This is a wonderful educational tool and I would highly recommend. I really appreciate this being this course being made so easily accessible.

By ANDREA G

•

Nov 5, 2020

Such an amazing course! Even being Ojibway, it’s always pleasant to learn about our different nations and yet we still have very similar ways.

By Lesley R

•

Oct 29, 2020

This course has highly engaging and the instructors, guest speakers and overall content was excellent. Every Canadian should take this course.

By Hayley R

•

Oct 4, 2020

Very thorough and well done. I enjoyed learning about Canadian history from a perspective that I hadn't had the chance to learn during school.

By Anjali M

•

Sep 12, 2020

Thank you for this incredible learning opportunity! I am a better friend and ally to my many First Nations friends as a result of this course!

By Luann S

•

Aug 16, 2020

I learned so much about the various indigenous groups in Canada. This course has deepened my appreciation for indigenous culture. Thank you!

By Hassid T

•

Jun 27, 2017

Such a great MOOC ! As a new canadien resident, I learn so much about Indigenous people. Thank you to all the people who make this MOOC exist.

By Heather U

•

May 13, 2024

I found this course fascinating and helpful in understanding the background to colonial misinterpretation of indigenous culture and treaties.

By Hamza K

•

May 19, 2023

Overall an excellent introduction into the depth and uniqueness of the culture, history, and experiences of the Indigenous peoples of Canada.

By Karen V

•

Apr 28, 2023

course was very informative and relevant to my current work. Had some trouble with the questions on quiz but re reading the material helped.

By Anna M ( v g

•

Feb 22, 2023

This was an amazing and interesting course. So much information, but very well-presented.

Thank you for doing this. Now I want to know more!

By Olivia P

•

Nov 12, 2022

A very thorough and detailed course. I appreciated learning about the Indigenous worldviews and hope more people are interested to take this.

By Judith A L

•

Nov 9, 2022

I found this course very informative. By the end I looked forward to the new lesson each day,and felt that the lecturers were almost family.

By Pat M

•

Mar 2, 2022

This was an excellent course. Thank you for making this course available online and for the option to complete this course when time permits.

By Virginia K

•

Sep 21, 2021

Very enlightening and triggering at times. A history that needs to be incorporated in the primary and secondary school education curriculum.

By Jessica A

•

Mar 8, 2021

Very much enjoyed the course. I leave the course feeling way more informed on the rich history of the indigenous people of Canada. Thank you.