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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-module course from the Faculty of Native Studies (University of Alberta). Through interdisciplinary lenses, this course invites you to build foundational knowledge about Indigenous histories and gain a deeper understanding of contemporary realities at global, national, and local levels. You will develop practical skills to: · Critically analyze colonial and Indigenous histories · Interpret treaties, land claims, and legal frameworks · Understand Indigenous political movements and resurgence · Contextualize current events, policy debates, and social movements · Recognize Indigenous approaches to land, environment, and knowledge · Engage thoughtfully with Indigenous worldviews and contemporary life, art, and creative expression Indigenous Canada encourages thoughtful reflection on Indigenous resilience and the responsibilities of living in shared spaces today. By the end of the course, you will be able to apply your knowledge and skills to academic, professional, and civic contexts, fostering more informed, respectful, and responsible engagement with Indigenous peoples and communities. You will leave with a greater appreciation for present-day Canada and how Indigenous perspectives can inform more just and sustainable relationships....

Top reviews

GC

Oct 13, 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.

KS

Aug 8, 2021

I am impressed with the way this course was delivered in multiple ways. It took a while for me to get used to listening to stories but I am a better learner now. Every Canadian needs this teaching.

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By Lina J

Jan 29, 2020

Well structure course, very insightful, I took away a lot from this course and think it is a great way to express Indigenous culture and history to those that may not have known much before taking this course

By Thomas V

Oct 23, 2022

This has given a deep insight to the indigenous people life, struggles,culture, art and their struggle for their acceptance into Canada federal system maintaing their uniqueness ,independance and freedom.

By Jennifer H

Aug 13, 2022

Previously took an Indegenous Culture course as a job requirement and in comparrision the previous course fell short. This course really dug into the why rather than spitting facts at the learner. Well done.

By Jason P

Sep 19, 2021

To honor my Kanyen'kehà:ka brothers & sisters, and all members of Turtle clan now and before; The wisdom I gathered from this course is like another stick that I'll add to my bundle to make it even stronger.

By Camille S

Sep 9, 2021

I am so glad this course was available to me! I have learned so much about the rich and beautiful culture of the Indigenous people of Canada. Thank you instructors and contributors for putting this together.

By Tina S

Aug 20, 2021

I learned a lot of historical Indigenous Canadian that I wasn't taught in school. More about their beliefs, customs, traditional lands, communities and etc. I will definitely recommend this course to others.

By Twyla P

Apr 12, 2021

Valuable course for anyone interested in increasing their knowledge of aboriginal history and culture in Canada. Thank you to the faculty and staff at the University of Alberta for facilitating this program.

By Bonnie L F

Mar 17, 2021

Informative, engaging and thought-provoking. An excellent way to learn more about Indigenous cultures and issues in Canada. It has helped me to further my knowledge and gain greater understanding.

Bonnie F

By Annette D

Feb 25, 2021

I am a retired math teacher and have not taken any history courses. This course was very interesting and broken in to smaller topics so easy to follow. There was so much that I knew nothing about. Thank you.

By Gary W

Feb 14, 2021

Excellent introduction to the history of Canada's Indigenous peoples and the issues that they faced historically, and still face today. Valuable for any Canadian who cares about this issue. Well presented.

By Thelma F

Dec 6, 2020

Your course offered a wonderful opportunity to learn a new perspective that I had never had access to. I am very grateful. Thank you for opening my eyes.

with respect and gratitude, Thelma Fayle Victoria BC

By Kelly D

Nov 22, 2020

This course was really well balanced and provided clarity that is lacking in our educational systems and communications from settler leadership. Thank you so much for helping to further educate. Well done.

By Merry F

Nov 17, 2020

I really appreciated the new information, as well as insights into events I was already somewhat aware of. As a caucasian teacher, it is vitally important for me to learn history from multiple perspectives!

By John W

Nov 10, 2020

Confirmed and deepened my understanding of Canada and its slow progress to recognize the thanks and debt we owe to our indigenous co-inhabitants and their ancestors resulting from our colonization behaviour.

By Susan F

Nov 2, 2020

This course not only taught me a whole new perspective but it has also started a conversation within my family about our history and how to recognise a new historical view. Thank-You! This has been amazing!

By Sara C

Oct 15, 2020

Such a brilliant course - massively improved my understanding and appreciation of indigenous culture and issues both in Canada and beyond! Has changed my perspective and unconscious bias - thank you so much!

By Kyle

Sep 10, 2020

This has been an eye opening and intriguing MOOC, as a Canadian it really opened up my eyes to the origins of Canada and the ongoing injustices towards the indigenous population, I really enjoyed the course!

By Jonathan B

Dec 2, 2017

excellent course, i wanted an understanding on indigenous history and culture and this course really helped me learn it in a perspective ive never heard it in. really informal. im proud i took this course.

By Laura R

Nov 15, 2022

Very informative, i would like to take more courses like this and learn more about the struggles indigenous people face. Also, how we can help embrace and celebrate their culture without appropriating it.

By HAILEY B

Oct 15, 2022

HELLO,

THE COURSE WAS VERY INFORMATIVE AND THE PEOPLE THAT SPOKE WHERE EXCELLENT , THE ONLY THING I WOULD CHANGE IS SOME OF THE BACKGROUPS ON SOME OF THE VIDEOS DUE TO BEING VERY BUSY AND HARD ON THE EYES.

By bronwen f

Sep 30, 2021

Thank you so much for this course. I learned so much, both new knowledge and deeper context for knowledge I had before taking the course. I will definitely be recommending to friends, colleagues and family.

By Kelsey H

Jul 27, 2021

This is a fantastic course - thank you so much for putting it together and making it accessible to everyone. I really appreciated the opportunity to learn more about Indigenous people, culture, and history.

By Nicole B

Jun 27, 2021

An amazing introduction to understanding Indigenous world views and the systemic issues of colonialism. I'm looking forward to learning more and how to be a better ally to Indigenous people and communities.

By megan h

May 3, 2021

I enjoyed the course and loved the lay out. I loved the story telling art of Leah Dorion. I really enjoyed each narrator and their different styles of sharing and teaching. with gratitude, Megan Harrison

By Sandra H

Apr 8, 2021

I am humbled as a Canadian to learn of many pieces of extraordinary history and Indigenous context to our land. I was thrilled to partake in the course and hope all Canadian's get the opportunity to do so.