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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 Ashley K

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Aug 5, 2021

Excellent course with fantastic content. This course is unique in the sense that content is from an Aboriginal perspective. I learned so much!

By Wendy T

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Oct 30, 2021

There was many new learnings in the course and helped to reframe previous education from a traditional education from a colonial perspective.

By Art M

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Jan 24, 2021

A more balanced approach would be helpful. Were there not wars, famines, etc before settlers arrived? Were elders and tradition always right?

By David B

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Nov 14, 2020

Well done. Very informative. I have gained a new appreciation of the indigenous community and look forward to learning more in the future.

By Flavia L P d P

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Jul 19, 2022

Some questions on the quiz were tricky, but they could be more about emphasizing reading the notes. Other than that, it was a great course!

By Kathleen S

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Nov 8, 2020

It needs to update but good history. I especially enjoyed Week 12 on Indigenous Art. I would have liked to see more of the artists work.

By Jason B

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Nov 5, 2020

Reason for the Level 4, is nothing is perfect, however it was hard not to give the 5. Excellent course and I would recommend it to others

By Katherine B

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May 23, 2019

I really enjoyed to learn of all the little things that made Canada the way it was and the changes that our Indigenous people are making .

By Nicolas L

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Jan 31, 2021

Very interesting to learn of new perspectives. It was a good course to build on other Indigenous studies courses taken prior to this one.

By Luxshana M

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May 15, 2020

I wish that they teach more about why they call " Indian", Religion, Canada name history. I found that questions for quiz a little long.

By Debbie M

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Oct 6, 2019

I learned quite a bit in the course. I found out that even as a metis person, I had many misconceptions about current issues and history.

By Beverly B

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Jun 6, 2022

It was easy to follow. Informative. Provided great information in a way thay was easy to understand and in a neutral and factual manner.

By Courtney Y

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Dec 20, 2020

If you are someone who is looking to begin their understanding of the Indigenous Peoples of Canada, this is a great introductory course.

By Shawn R

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Nov 21, 2020

Very informative, I learned a lot from Indigenous peoples perspective especially events that were not mentioned or emphasized in school.

By Karen T

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Oct 1, 2020

loved the course, The treaty chapter was very complex, and maybe could have been split into two units. Very interesting, learned lots.

By Cheryl W

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Aug 23, 2022

I enjoyed this course and learned a lot that I will use in my role as an elementary school teacher. Thank you for this opportunity.

By Charlotte K

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Feb 26, 2022

i wish i learned more about indian status requirements and the limitations of the indian act. Happy to have learned what i did learn.

By Sal O

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Aug 10, 2021

The content was excellent and I learned a lot, but the instructional design was very poor. I gave 4 stars based on the content alone.

By Frank B

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Feb 14, 2021

I really enjoyed this course and learned a lot. It also got me thinking about a lot of the issues it raised. Kudos to the instructors!

By Wendy H

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Jun 18, 2021

Excellent opportunity to grow my awareness and understanding of the many challenges facing First Nations individuals and communities.

By Ken B

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Jan 14, 2018

Thank you for the opportunity to learn more about Indigenous history and contemporary issues. Every Canadian should take this course.

By patricia m

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May 19, 2022

very informative. Touched on many current and past issues. Helpful for me to understand some background history into current issues.

By Jorge A M

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Mar 28, 2021

I was able to learn so much, very well put together and above all it was presented in a fair non judgmental but more educational way

By Lynda B

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May 7, 2020

Thank you for this course, while I knew some of the history, mostly from the other side, it was very enlightening to see both sides.

By Laura J

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Dec 10, 2021

All three main teachers were wonderful in their presentations. Each week provided a launching pad for more research. Thank you.