Amazing introductory overview about all the complexities and the way our history evolved. I highly recommend taking this course for any Canadian that cares about this nation, and cares to have a better awareness of how our roots. Knowing is growing, and in this case, knowing is caring.

This course is a phenomenal introduction to a myriad of integral issues relating to the Indigenous peoples of Canada. I am so thankful for the opportunity to learn from this team of scholars. I know I will be learning about all of these issues more deeply throughout the rest of my life.

A great start to learning about Indigenous history, worldviews, values, and struggles. Goes in depth without being overwhelming. Tons of extra notes to learn more! Opened my eyes to all the things I never learned from history in school. Will definitely continue to learn more after this.

This is an amazing course! The fact that it was offered for free is astounding and will go far to spread knowledge. I will be advocating for others to take this course. It is truly a gold standard and makes strides toward recalibrate the baseline that is Indigenous and Canadian History.

Whether you're looking for a historical perspective on Indigenous lives in Canada or trying to understand some of the current issues facing Indigenous Canadians today, this course is a great introduction and overview to groups of Canadians (the first ones) who are frequently overlooked.

This was a great course. Easy to learn from, engaging and I like the flexibility on time. This is a valuable course that should be required in all Canadian education. It has given me a clearer understanding on Indigenous perspectives and given me a greater appreciation of their culture.

This course is very informative ! It provided me a great foundation for an insight into the rich and vibrant history of Indigenous culture, history and the people. Thank you for the details, illustrations and thoughtfully paced learning and most importantly for sharing the information.

Incredibly moving and thought-provoking. Sadly, the majority of the information in this course was completely new to me and was never discussed during grade school or high school. As a Canadian, I feel that this course should be incorporated into school curriculums across the country.

I found the course provided a good overview and understanding of the road to where Indigenous communities are in the present, and what we all need to do to communicate and continue on our shared journey of understanding in order to care for and share this land. I'd love to learn more!

Great overview of Indigenous culture and history. Despite learning some of this in high school and university, this course taught me more that I had never learned before. Very insightful and I would definitely reccommend it to other Canadians, this history is important for us to know.

This was eye-opening, thought-provoking and quite informative. It helped me understand my roots as well. This course SHOULD BE a part of every Canadian school curriculum. It is extremely well-done. I will and I have already recommended it to a whole bunch of people. THANK YOU!

This course should be mandatory for all Canadians to take. The professors and instructors give an informative foundational understanding of Indigenous studies. I have learned a lot about the culture of my ancestors by taking this course and I hope many others are able to learn as well.

Thoroughly impressed with the course content and delivery. I have such a better understanding of Indigenous history and settlers where I could have a conversation about it. A truly enjoyable learning experience. Thank you to all persons who created, developed and delivered this course.

Great resource to start my understanding of my peoples history, struggles and achievements. I am one who was not raised by knowledgeable elders, not of their fault, and hope this to be the beginning of finding my true self, community and harmony with All! Thank you for the opportunity.

Excellent course, I learned a lot. My only problem with Coursera is the difficulty one has in communicating with them. I opted not to get a certificate and thereby save money, now that I have completed the topic, I want to get a certificate and cannot find how to do that on this site.

What and excellent course, well prepared online learning experience.

This course not only provided a foundation of knowledge, it aslo answered many of my own questions and misconceptions. I highly recommend this course and remain thankful for all those who contributed to its creation.

I found this course deeply moving and informational. While I had learned a modicum of the history of First Nations People while in grade school in the US, the depth of the materials and the representative art pieces were a revelation. Thank you for creating a truly beautiful course.

Such a humbling experience for me to learn so much more about Indigenous people and to gain a better and more realistic understanding of Canada's history. This is just a first step for me in educating myself and it has provided me with an excellent foundation to continue my learning.

I spent 8 years in the Arctic working with Dene, G'wichin, Inuit James Bay Cree and Inuvaluit employees. I sincerely wished I had the opportunity to take this course earlier. I can honestly say I have received an education !

BTW, how do I get my shareable certificate that I paid for ?

I am changed. I am more motivated and better able to hear the voices of the Indigenous community around me and stand with them in solidarity toward justice, equity, and restoration.

Thank you!

I will continue to reflect on and review the course notes and lessons for a long time to come.

Profoundly educational, this wonderful Indigenous perspective should be foundational to all Canadians learning, should we wish to honour the sovereign status of the first peoples of Canada, our stewards and champions of land, history and collective perspectives that nourish our souls.

Thank you so much! For me, it was very interesting to learn about the history, culture, art, believes, and concerns of the Indigenous peoples. Very knowledgeable and impressive. It will help me to design my Employee and Leadership Development Learning courses.

Dr. Olga Voldman-Anikina

This was a great course! I am from Colombia South America and had no problem catching up with Canadian history. The interactive artistic pieces helped alot with retaining and associating the knowledge that was developed throughout the specific topics. This was great, I am so thankful.

This course was absolutely fantastic. This course should be used an example and framework as to what the mandatory curriculum should be in every school district for elementary school. I have learned so much valuable historical information, and I know there is so much more to learn.

Its crazy to think how quickly the 12 weeks go by. I have to say that the course material is very much so eye opening and I have learned so much during these weeks. The teachings and knowledge from the U of A faculty were wonderful and I would 100% suggest anyone to take this course.