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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 Bruce S

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Aug 10, 2021

This was an excellent opportunity. I am so grateful for the perspective and explanation. The topics were wonderful.

By Denny B

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Aug 9, 2021

Fantastic course and method of online study. Makes me want to learn more into the various cultures and folklore too.

By Bree T

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Jul 13, 2021

- a comprehensive overview delivered in a systemic and easy to follow method, a wonderful gateway to learning more!

By Corinne M

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Jul 5, 2021

Excellent course. Provided a good overview of Indigenous points of view and current issues facing indigenous peoples

By Irina I

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Apr 13, 2021

Very interesting course! Thank you for making it so interesting to learn. I really enjoyedd it. Thank you very much!

By Kathleen A

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Jan 8, 2021

I love this course. I learned so much, thank you U of A and all involved for making this available on this platform.

By Melissa C

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Dec 6, 2020

Fantastic! So well laid out, very engaging. Highly recommend this course for high school history across the country.

By Sylvie T

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Dec 4, 2020

This course was informative, well put together and I would highly recommend it to all learners. Thanks ever so much!

By Lisa S

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Nov 15, 2020

This course was very enlightening. I have learned so much about my ancestry. Thank you for teaching this program!!

By Katie G

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Oct 10, 2020

Learned a lot. Thank you to everyone involved in putting together this thoughtful, informative, wide-ranging course.

By Christine B

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Sep 2, 2020

An excellent introduction. Thank you so much. I am looking forward to taking more courses on indigenous studies.

By Yong S

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Nov 28, 2019

Great introductory course on Indigenous issues in Canada. I appreciated the nuanced discussions of topics presented.

By Caroline G

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Mar 29, 2023

deeply informative & engaging. I have learned a lot over the 12 weeks and am grateful for this learning opportunity

By Chelsey L

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Aug 15, 2022

Great overview of historical and contemporary Indigenous cultures and public policy challenges. I love the artwork!

By Grant K

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May 28, 2022

Excellent course

Modules are well sequenced and present the history with a straightforward, comprehensive delivery.

By Amanda S

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May 12, 2022

A very informative course and well presented to allow a diversity of learning styles ease in the kearning orocess.

By Anne-Marie D

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Apr 20, 2022

This course was very helpful in increasing my awareness of Indiginous history and how it relates to current events.

By Jared P

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Jan 22, 2022

great content and facilitators on the videos and readings. Amazing art and realistic look at Canada, then and now.

By marg m

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Nov 14, 2021

The Indigenous Canada course was very good. I've learned a lot of Indigenous history. Would recommend the course.

By Amanda J

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Nov 7, 2021

Very informative and a must for all Canadian citizens to begin to understand their Indigenous brothers and sisters.

By Peggy L

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Sep 29, 2021

Thank you for making this course widely available and accessible.It has been incredibly informative and inspiring.

By Annie S

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Sep 5, 2021

Amazing course, I learned so much. I hope this will become part of the Canadian history classes in the near future.

By Ella V

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Aug 31, 2021

Very well delivered. I truly enjoyed learning in this way and look forward to continuing with studies in this area.

By Anna L C

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Aug 25, 2021

Very informative and well rounded overview of history, current issues, actions. Solid foundation and introduction.