Very interesting, learned a lot, great presenters. Excellent course to take to become acquainted with the current state of indigenous affairs. Also provided a perspective that I had previously not been exposed to. Would benefit greatly from a more dynamic presentation of the content--while the videos are well-done, delivery felt very static after the first few modules and made it difficult to stay focused.

This is a comprehensive introductory course on Indigenous Peoples in Canada. I am very grateful for the time, effort, care, and attention to detail that has gone into its creation. The truth as I see it, is that every Canadian, new, and old alike, should have this education and knowledge in their own personal learning tool kits. Well done and I will recommend to as many people as I can. Many thanks, Colin

I've learned a lot from this course! I appreciated the insights from the Indigenous presenters. I heard about this free course on Orange shirt day. I am of Metis desent and valued learning the history of Indigenous people in Canada. I didnt have this opportunity in school. I recommend this course to anyone wanting Indigenous perspective on the history of Canada and some understanding into current affairs.

As a non Nation member who works at a First Nation Government in a leadership role this course provides much context to the impacts of colonialism that exist today. Context is important and plays a key role in how communications are received and provided. Great course. This course due to its required generalizations to cover all of Canada also provided a path into more specific and localized learning.

Thanks a lot to the Faculty of Native Studies for creating such rich, wide view and detailed course about Indigenous culture. Hope to see the continuation in the field of Modern Spiritual and Mental health practices as well about Aboriginal veterans, Education of the Youth and International cooperation. I would like to spread First Nations culture in my country for the new generation. To all my relations!

This was an Incredible course!! Very thorough, clear, easy to understand and although a few of the quizzes I had to do over it made me realize that just because this is a free course does not mean it is easy:) Thank you to the Instructors and to the University of Alberta. This will add to my knowledge of Indigenous Culture, values, beliefs, holistic way of life and connection to the land.

Rose Ann Swanson

The course was excellent; informative, inspiring and at times moving. The module on Residential Schools was hard to watch at times. Overall the course was a terrific grounding in the subject, particularly for me as a complete newcomer. The structure and organization was very well thought through and flawlessly executed. The audio and visual content added vital dimensions to the overall immersive feel.

Wow! history is crazy. thank you for this course. it's very powerful. At first some little mistakes slowed me down, but once I turned that off and paid attention to the big picture taking shape, i could appreciate the richness. I ended up needing more time to read more current and historical stories. Keep up the great work. This is something Canada and the world really needs to know (as I'm sure you know)

This was the primer I required and the beginning of learning more. The lessons were engaging, and informative. The interactive art piece was a highlight, giving credence to the the past in the present together. There was a lot of information and much that I did not learn from text books in school in the 1960's. I was on a class trip to Expo '67 and learning the context of the Pavillion was fascinating.

The course was an excellent opportunity to build on my existing knowledge which deepened my understanding of indigeneity. The modules provided new terms to portray concepts with that were more accurate and meaningful. Also, the art work, interviews and information presented has critically supported me with different tools so I can approach the topic of Indigenous culture with my students in multiple ways.

Спасибо за этот курс ! Этот курс был очен познавателен и интересен! Я получила новые знания о коренных жителях Канады, расширила свои кругозор. Несомненно, это очень важная информация ! Я восхищаюсь мужиством и отвагой в защите свои земли, своего прошлого и настоящего, верой в лучшее, в желание быть услышенными !!! Спасибо преподавателям курса и всем причастным к нему!!!

I really enjoyed taking this course. It was presented in a very easy to follow method. It was a real eye opener for me and now I have an understanding of the tragedies that the Indigenous people have endured over the years since colonialism began. I am also aware of how rich and vibrant the Indigenous culture is. Their connection to the land and nature as a whole is to something we should all aspire to.

I did not want this course to end - the material was presented in an accessible, interesting way and the subject matter was so thought provoking that I found myself seeking out additional reading in between. I am extremely grateful to have had this opportunity to learn more, even though so much of the history is extremely unsettling. But so important. Sincere thanks to Dr.Bear and everyone else involved.

Excellent course, exam questions were a bit subjective and really had to read and re-read to ensure the answer, Module 12 question on how many PNIAI members, they were often called the group of 7 but only Janvier spoke about the group of 8 including Reid - so I answered 7 but the answer was 8. Other modules had similar type questions as well, but overall I was very satisfied with the course. Great Job!

Incredible, eye-opening course that I firmly believe everyone should take (and have encouraged others to do so). The course provides much-needed insight into the history we all share, and context into how we can move forward together. It has inspired me to continue to learn and grow my understanding of Indigenous cultures, people, lands, and more. Truly a fantastic course - highly recommend to everyone.

This course was wonderful! thought provoking and a succinct summary of a traumatizing history of European settlers interrupting multifaceted systems of governance. As a descendant of settlers, I am very grateful for receiving this education to go forward with a motivation to consider colonial patterns' influence on everyday life. A healthy reminder of the honest truths behind land acknowledgements, too.

Thank you so much for such a comprehensive, uncompromisingly honest, and educational course. As a Social Studies teacher who has worked hard over the years to more fully include Indigenous histories, ways of knowing, and art, I am so looking forward to revamping my lessons further. I already can't wait to read through course content again and begin further research and exploration. Thank you thank you.

As a seventy year old settler I had no idea about Colonization and the horrible way Indigenous people were treated. I hope more information is included in our education system so people can begin to know and address all these issues. Decolonization is not a metaphor. Thank you for enlightening me.

An easy to follow course. Each week built on the previous weeks’ lessons. I just wish there was a part two.

This is an excellent course and it hits one right between the eyes and in one's heart about the history of Indigenous peoples not only in Canada, but also in all of North America. Sometimes it was hard to choose best answers on quizzes as some of the answers were very similar, but the quizzes were fair and the lectures were excellent. I really enjoyed the discussion of the arts. Highly recommend this

I took The Indigenous Canada course to help increase my understanding. The course did not disappoint. Though some sections were difficult from the emotional responses they invoked, they were presented respectfully and clearly built a picture of a part of Canada I did not recognize. The addition of the paintings at the end of each section was brilliantly done. Thank you for helping be better informed.

Very informative, some of videos were a little boring to be honest, I found it easier to learn by printing the notes and reading them by myself, I was not able to retain as much information from the videos. I admired the art work and learning of the stories of our people, I am happy that we are being taught the truth!! Finally. Thank you for putting this course together, I would recommend it to anyone.

Tremendous insights into our founding nation. I needed to have a working concept of their history, issues, culture and current movements to call myself a Canadian. This course covered so many angles and topics. A door has been opened just a bit in a general way to the basics about our Indigenous founders. A wonderful, complex, deeper dive into this broad topic. Would highly recommend to everyone!

Excellent course! I have learned things I never knew about our history. I had mixed feelings throughout the course such as curiousity, proud of the native history, anger at what was done to the natives throughout the years and a new appreciation for their voices in standing up for their culture. Thank you all for all the work that went into this course. I will be sharing this course with others.

This course opened your mind and your views to the lands and its peoples and their contribution to protect this land for generations and the truth about reconciliation to all the hurt the settlers have done. It is time to show our gratitude to these peoples and their unceded land and acknowledge that we are but visitors and settlers who will respect the land, the waters, the animals and the peoples.