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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

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.

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By Belinda H

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Sep 6, 2020

I enjoyed learning about the history of the indigenous people in Canada and coming to a clearer understanding of the issues that these people face in our country.

Thank you for making it so easy to follow and complete.

By Deborah N

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Aug 15, 2020

Loved it. I learned so much about Indigenous history in Canada. I recommend this course to anyone who wants to educate themselves. It's so easy to read and follow. Thanks so much to the U of A for creating this course!

By Dawn M

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May 18, 2020

I learned so much an appreciate the span of topics, knowledge, worldviews from across North America. I wish you were offering more courses about pre-contact time and about the changes during initial contact.

Thank you.

By Jackie S

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Sep 3, 2019

The detail of the course gives a very good insight into the impact of colonization on indigenous people which has helped me have a greater understanding and awareness of the complex issues facing our indigenous people.

By Paula L

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Aug 24, 2024

The course is excellent . I learned so much from the modules on the treaties, Indian Act and the impacts of colonialism on Indigenous peoples. Hoping the contributions of Inuit artists can be included in the future .

By Sarah T

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Apr 20, 2023

A great starting point for learning about Indigenous history and the diversity of Indigenous cultures in Canada. The incorporation of artwork, interviews, and storytelling added a deeper meaning to the course content.

By Janet K

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Sep 7, 2021

Filled in so many gaps in my previous knowledge of Canadian history, while at the same time showing me that I still have a lot to learn. It has opened my eyes to the indiginous experience in this country. Thank you.

By Kaitlyn M

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Aug 11, 2021

Excellent course! This dives deeply into many issues that we are not taught in the government education system. Everyone needs to take the time to learn about Canada's history and how we can help bring about change.

By brenda n

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Mar 11, 2021

WOW it sure opened my eyes to the Indigenous struggles . this should be a mandatory course for high schools and schools of higher learning - Love d the presentations - were beautiful and at a great beginners level .

By Dorothy H

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Dec 21, 2020

Taking this course was an eye opening experience that I will share with friends and family. Because of my high praise of the content of the Indigenous Canada course both my sister are taking it. Thank you for sharing.

By Julissa R

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Nov 15, 2020

This was such a valuable learning of history in our shared lands. I'm grateful for the comprehensive framework that will allow me to continue to learn about Canada's Indigenous nations and put what I learn in context.

By Susan N

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Oct 7, 2020

I would highly recommend this introductory course - it's a great combination of video, text, interviews, and beautiful artwork and provides the context for our Canadian story, not just historical but the here and now.

By Shukla D

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Sep 15, 2020

It is a very insightful course to understand the indigenous communities of Canada . To get inspired from such thorough understanding and start researching on the indigenous communities of our own respective countries.

By Priscilla D

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Jun 29, 2019

Very informative course if you need an introduction to Indigenous history in Canada. The deadlines that were suggested were reasonable and the length of the quizzes were reasonable. Would recommend taking this course.

By john g

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Dec 1, 2024

An excellent course, much thanks. I highly recommend if you would like an understanding of Indigenous perspectives and historical challenges, many of which that are ongoing today. This course will make you think.

By Catriona H

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Jan 26, 2023

This was an amazing introductory course that gave perspective and better understanding to indigenous history, culture, and current topics. Thank you to the University of Alberta and all who helped create this course.

By Savanna S

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Jul 20, 2022

Thank you so much for an extremely informative and interesting course. I have learned so much about the past and present history and beleif systems of Indigenous Peoples, and am greatful to have had this opportunity.

By Mrs. H F

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Jul 1, 2022

This course has been a clear, easy to understand, history of Indigenous peoples in Canada. I appreciated learning through many different modalities. I particularly liked Leah Dorion's Art at the end of each module.

By Amy-Lynn P

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May 5, 2022

The course material broadened my understanding of Canadian history and made me approach it from a different perspective and had me question it in a different way. Enjoyed the material and found it thought pervoking.

By Burrill

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Jan 1, 2022

I grew up in North Vancouver and went to school learning the history of Canada. This course helped me understand the Indigenous people' history and present day challenges and successes. Really an excellent course!

By Lori K

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Sep 27, 2021

I highly recommend this course for anyone wanting to learn more about the history of the Indigenous peoples in Canada. Informative, educational and extremely interesting. Excellent presentation and very interactive.

By Peter G

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Aug 12, 2021

Great look into the Indigenous introspective view of early to modern Canada focusing on history, culture, art and the challenges faced by the indigenous peoples of Canada as they navigated colonialism to present day.

By Elizabeth B

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Jun 28, 2021

Honestly, the best course I've ever followed. I learned a lot and it was really eye opening. It should be mandatory to every citizen and integrated in school curriculum. Thank you for sharing your precious knowledge.

By Caitlin S

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Oct 8, 2020

This course encompassed so many crucial aspects and realities of Indigenous peoples in Canada, both historically and in the present day. Everyone in Canada should take a course like this at some point in their lives.

By Erin S

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Sep 29, 2020

What a privilege to get to learn (for free!) from Indigenous instructors. Excellent content, and wonderful use of storytelling and art. I have recommended this course widely and will continue to do so. Thank you!!