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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 Lyn T

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Sep 8, 2020

Great overview, thanks for the opportunity to experience this and expand my understanding! Particularly liked how Leah Dorion spoke about her art and process for this course. Also I continue to listen in on the Sunday afternoon forums with Dan Levy, which relate this course content to life lived outside of the Indigenous reality.

By Nagwa A

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Mar 15, 2018

An eye opener for what has been going on in the land that we call it now Canada. I wish to learn more about the history and as a professor at Sheridan College, I would like to come with ideas to support Indigenous students in their learning journey. Thanks so much for the professors and teacher assistant, they did a great job :)

By Elu G

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Jul 2, 2023

Excellent.

I learned a lot about the native inhabitants of Canada from this course. From the history, colonialism to the pre context, this course includes everything and is explained in a precise manner.

Thank you everyone who is involved in making this course, and teaching students/people about the Indigenous peoples of Canada.

By Tyson M

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May 19, 2019

This course is a very in-depth overview of history told from the perspective of the indigenous tribes of Canada and includes a unique view of cultural practices and the impacts of colonialism both past and present. I thoroughly enjoyed this course. It was easy to follow and the videos were well made. Thank you for the hard work.

By Margaret A

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Apr 2, 2022

This course opened my eyes, ears and heart to an understanding of the history and present life of the First Nation, Metis and Unuit. So many things mentioned in the article will be looked up and researched. Through sharing my experience on social media, 4 of my friends and family are looking into taking the course.

Thank you.

By Duygu E

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Apr 1, 2022

This course was designed very well. I love the fact that each week's topic contributed to the upcoming weeks works. In a way they used storytelling approach to teach this course. It was brilliant. I love the art work they included at the end of each topic. I cannot wait to learn more about indigeneous histories and worldviews.

By Thalia A

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Jan 16, 2021

The interactive nature made going through this extensive material so easy. Very well thought out and engaging through its entirety. I'm taking this experience and looking to share with my employer in order to elevate our organization's level of awareness. This was AMAZING and a true GIFT!! Miigwetch from the bottom of my heart!

By Caley B

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Nov 7, 2020

This course has been deeply impactful to my understanding of Canadian history and views of the land I occupy. It's also created new interest in continuing to learn more about indigenous experiences, art, world views and rights. I'm grateful to the people at UofA NativeStudies for putting this together in such an accessible way.

By René B

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Sep 30, 2020

Generally very good and eye-opening. A lot of useful knowledge. Some redundancy that could have been trimmed to make way for seeing some of the actual artwork (paintings, etc.) discussed in the last lesson. Also, the glaring omission of Inuit artists such as Kenojuak Ashevak, Jessie Oonark, Judas Ullulaq, etc. is disappointing.

By Bright L

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Sep 17, 2020

Fantastic history of the Indigenous People and their struggles. This course should be taught in schools as a mandatory course. Failure to learn from the past creates foundation for us to repeat the same mistakes. The course is reach in perspective. This is introductory that inspired me to learn more about the Indigenous People.

By Cecily P

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Sep 5, 2020

This was such a great course. I learned more in these twelve modules about the Indigenous peoples of Canada then I did in all my years of schooling. I am so glad I took the time to take the course. Every Canadian who has the means to do so, should take this course and then seek out ways to learn more. I know I will be doing so.

By Shaila H

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Sep 20, 2017

This is the best course I have come across in terms of reflecting the indigenous experience in a forward thinking/reconciliatory way.

In my degree we had a course with a similar objective but the course providers were filled with pain and anger that made the course unbearable for the majority of my classmate indigenous and not.

By Steve F

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Nov 3, 2022

This course gave me a much better understanding of First Nations, Metis and Inuit people, culture, and history. I also learned about the roots of today's ongoing tensions and issues between Canada and the First Nations and now have a greater appreciation for the real issues at stake and the painful history behind these issues.

By Wendy S B

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Aug 4, 2022

A wonderful course that gave me more understanding about First Nations people their history , struggles and growth and contributions. i especially enjoyed the art integrated into the course. i would recommend this for any Canadian or person wanting to understand Indigenous people to take and hopefully develop more empathy.

By Geoff W

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Jun 1, 2022

This was a fantastic course and opportunity to learn more about the Indigenous peoples of Canada. While I've had some exposure to, and a deep appreciation for, Indigenous art and culture, this course has expanded my appreciation of the history, the challenges faced, and future opportunities. Thank-you for sharing this course!

By Nancy D

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May 8, 2022

I found the course to be well organized and showed a variety of perspectives of Indigenous Peoples History in Canada. Many of the modules held new insights for me and built on my personal experience living in a remote First Nations community. I feel like a Week 13 with more first voices and comtemporary issues could be added.

By Jaik ( J

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Jan 1, 2022

I am grateful to have had this opportunity. As a white social worker for 30 years, it is shocking to me how much I had (and have) to learn. This experience has transformed how I think about the country where I was born, my relationship with indigenous people, the land and my practice. I will recommend this course far and wide.

By Fran D

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Nov 14, 2020

For me, this was a journey of discovery. This course revealed the layers of rich indigenous knowledge hidden in Canadian history and the ugliness of it all. It also uncovered my own systemic biases that I was completely unaware of. Thank you for the invitation to look through an alternative lens that will continue to guide me.

By Carole A

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Nov 7, 2020

Excellent course. Rich, informative, delivered in a manner that can be received. Leaves me satisfied. I learned about this MOOC through Dan Levy so want to appreciate how he leveraged his social media presence to inform and attract folks like me. And the weekly discussions with UofA Faculty and Dan was a fabulous addition.

By Nicole K

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Oct 18, 2020

A very thorough exploration of Indigenous Canada. The course is broken down into clearly described themes (modules) with a lively discussion forum. It provides facts to help build conclusions as well as information to give an outline of history and present time accounts. One of the best courses I have taken within this topic.

By Shavaun P

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Oct 7, 2019

This course, without question, has: deepened my understanding of current Indigenous issues and their connections to the past, created a more intense emotional connection, prompted a desire to be a better listener, and as an Arts Educator, challenged me to think of ways to create more pathways for Indigenous voices to be heard.

By Kimberly M G

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Jun 7, 2018

A wonderful starting place to get a broad sense of Canada's history, pre- and post-settler community, and understand some Indigenous worldviews. This is the most informative, detail-rich course I've taken in regards of cultural immersion and perspective. Thank you to all who contributed in making this course and delivering it!

By Haemi A

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Dec 26, 2022

A very interesting and immersive course that gives you an entirely different, and very important perspective of the history of Canada and also present day Canada from what is taught in school. I think this course is a must for all Canadians to take, and I am very glad I was able to take this course and further educate myself.

By Lila F

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Oct 22, 2021

This course is brilliant and engaging. I learned so much about Indigenous Canadians and the history of their interactions with Settler societies and colonialism. This course has given me a better understanding of Indigenous world views and history, which helps me to better understand, respect and serve my Indigenous students.

By D L

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Jan 10, 2021

This should be mandatory learning in all High Schools. If only this had been common knowledge when I was growing up. The course absolutely opened my eyes to more of Indigenous culture, and I grew up hanging out on reservations. This material was thought-provoking, relevant and I believe necessary for all Canadians to know.