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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

MD

Jul 2, 2021

This course was very interesting and very informative. Not only did it help correct stereotypes or prejudices, it showed a wide range of subjects pertaining to global and specific Indigenous cultures.

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!

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By Lauren M

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Nov 15, 2020

An eye-opening introduction to Indigenous history, culture, art, issues, and identity. This should be taught in every school in Canada. Highly, highly recommended.

By Michelle M

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Nov 7, 2020

I thought I knew a lot about indigenous people but it was very informative. Made me even more appreciative of the indigenous people's contributions and viewpoints.

By Leanne F

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Nov 3, 2020

This was an absolute must for anyone wanting to learn more about Indigenous People and history .

The instructors and artisans are amazing .

Thank you so much .

Leanne

By Cheryl A G

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Oct 13, 2020

Such an excellent learning resource and tool to truly bring awareness and reconciliation to all learners. This course inspired me to want to learn more. Thank you!

By Charlene L

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Sep 2, 2020

Excellent introduction to Indigenous history that was never taught to us back when I was in school. This should be mandatory learning for all Canadians. Thank you!

By Kimberlee G

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Aug 2, 2020

All Canadians should take this course. I found it informative and very helpful. I have a much better understanding of Aboriginal issues now. Time for more reading!

By Victor S

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Apr 5, 2020

Eye-opening course with good presentation and a lot of interesting examples. It's a great starting point for anybody interested in First Nations history in Canada.

By marcia s d m b

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Oct 14, 2023

Um curso excelente, dinâmico, que oferece uma riqueza de informações sobre a história, a cultura e a atualidade dos povos indígenas que habitam o Canadá! Parabéns

By Ikeaba N

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Aug 12, 2023

It opened my eyes to the indigenous peoples of Canada for the very first time. Many thanks to Tracey Bear for keeping me captivated to the content of this course.

By Katherine W

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Jan 15, 2023

A course that every Canadian should take. It provides important insight from an Indigenous perspective. Great course content and very informative and interesting.

By Mary B

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Aug 9, 2022

Great information and inresting facts about the history of Canada. It is well researched and will surely encourage my friends to enroll for this course. Great job

By Kendon E

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Jul 29, 2022

As a primer it did a wonderful job of briefly describing many aspects of indigenous culture. It was eye-opening and very informative. I'd definitely recommend it.

By Lynn P

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Dec 30, 2021

An excellent course for learning the history of the aboriginal peoples of Canada as well as todays challenges and successes of the first peoples of this country.

By Claire L

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Dec 27, 2021

Gave me a better undetstanding of our First Nations and the struggles that they've had to endure because of Canada's colonization. Excellent course! Thank you!

By Vicky W

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Sep 19, 2021

I have briefly lived at Winnipeg for a while but I felt like I would need to go back and truly understand the indigenous cultural history there. Inspiring course!

By Pam H

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Sep 11, 2021

Excellent ! Thank you for providing an opportunity to gain perspective and an understanding of Canadian history. I look forward to continuing to learn and grow.

By Amanda V

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Sep 9, 2021

This was amazing!. So much to learn, and I enjoyed every moment of it. Hopefully, Canadian's continue to educate themselves and partake in this course. Thank you!

By Lara V

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Jul 23, 2021

Incredible! This course should be essential learning in schools and made mandatory for anyone migrating to Canada. Thank you U of A...this is academic leadership!

By James T

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Jun 17, 2021

Well laid out, planned, and delivered. The stories, examples, and history used create an excellent narrative and lesson that I hope to pass on to my own students.

By Kerry D

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Mar 30, 2021

This was such an amazing starter course. I would absolutely recommend this to many people! Having it be free and a mix of mediums made it so much more accessible.

By Kaidian S

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Feb 28, 2021

Very informative course. My understanding of Indigenous Canada has increased and it has prepared me for my new role working with First Nations People/Communities.

By Anita M

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Feb 15, 2021

I learned so much of our past but was sad to also learn that the tragedies that have been bestowed upon our FIRST Nations people ,are still happening in this day.

By Ian S

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Jan 22, 2021

What an amazing course this has been. Thank you so much for bringing this information forward and making it available for someone like me to educate myself with.

By Joyce B

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Jan 14, 2021

Outstanding course! If you are looking to build bridges and help propel a new way to build an inclusive, connected and thriving future for Canada, it starts here.

By Leslie R

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Dec 24, 2020

What a great overview -- I wonder why this course is not a part of all middle or high school curriculum across Canada. It is now my responsibility to learn more.