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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

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.

IO

May 10, 2021

Honestly, one of the best course I have ever taken. I am such a fan of history and culture, being an immigrant in Canada, this helped me gain a better understanding of Indigenous history and culture.

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By Debbie T

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Aug 28, 2022

this is a great course to help people to understand our history told in an honest thoughtful way. To help start honest dialog

By Peirce A

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Feb 16, 2022

So grateful to have been able to learn about this content as I wasn't able to in school. Thank you for providing this resource

By Tania L

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Dec 7, 2021

Very interesting, wish I would have learnt about indigenous people and culture as a child. The world would be a better place.

By Bill R

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Aug 22, 2021

This was a challenging course and it gave me a greater understanding of our history and how it is effecting our current times.

By Kory d

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May 25, 2021

Loved it! So interesting and easy to understand. I loved the commissioned art and that I could download the course notes, too.

By Dr K T

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Feb 24, 2021

An excellent primer for settlers and a great starting point for learning more. Excellent teachers and visually well presented.

By Morgan M

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Jan 4, 2021

Great course. Really enjoyed it. Very engaging. Provided context for many issues and I enjoyed the large variety of educators.

By Viola S

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Nov 26, 2020

i really enjoyed the course I may of got more out of it had I not studied while working but all in all I enjoyed it thank you.

By Mel G

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Nov 23, 2020

Excellent material and content. I recommend this course to everyone who wants to know more about Indigenous peoples in Canada!

By Sierra M

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Nov 12, 2020

Passionate and knowledgeable teachers. I enjoyed the thoughtful and diverse format of lecture, readings, art, and interviews.

By Marika S

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Nov 11, 2020

Amazing course! Very informative and well delivered! Lovely, meaningful and impactful stories and art. Would highly recommend!

By Katherine S

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Oct 25, 2020

Excellent course! Thank-you for this wonderful opportunity! I will continue to encourage others to enrol in Indigenous Canada!

By Maureen B

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Sep 14, 2020

Great course. So grateful that this was available online and for free! Can't thank you enough for the knowledge that I gained.

By William A

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Sep 7, 2020

An excellent course! As soon as I completed a module I was compelled to start the next one. I’m so pleased I took this course!

By Kimberly B

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Aug 26, 2020

Learned so many things that I had no idea about. Very thankful to have taken this course. Hoping to continue learning further.

By Sue C

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Jan 5, 2020

A wonderful introduction to Indigenous culture and history. Love the format of online, studying at my convenience. Thank you

By Darlene S

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Jul 1, 2018

Thank you for this course. It was a wealth of knowledge presented in an interesting and very understandable manner. Darlene S.

By Sarah C

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Jan 30, 2025

Excellent information provided in this course with diverse viewpoints and ways of understanding the complex topics presented!

By Darcy I

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Mar 8, 2023

The way this course was built, the delivery and content was beautifully crafted. Thank you for setting the record straight.

By Jia X

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Sep 7, 2021

This is a fantastic course to everywhere who wants to learn about Aboriginal impact, history, cultures, lands and governance.

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.