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Learner Reviews & Feedback for Black Canadians: History, Presence, and Anti-Racist Futures by University of Alberta

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About the Course

This micro-course explores some of the major histories, migrations, artists and activists that have contributed to the presence and survival of Black people in Canada. The course tracks Canada’s evolving relationship to Blackness and Black people, while inviting learners to reflect upon the ways Canadian views of race and multiculturalism have influenced Black communities throughout the country. We invite you to reflect, dream, and think alongside some of today’s most prominent Black intellectuals as we examine the history of Black presence in Canada, and imagine vibrant Black Canadian futures....

Top reviews

BH

Apr 10, 2024

A comprehensive introduction to Black Canadians in the past, present, and future. This is a must for all Canadians who did not learn about Black Canadians in school or university.

LN

Jul 31, 2024

Excellent learning opportunity! This course provided me with the knowledge and understanding of the struggles, experiences, the resilience and aspirations of Black Canadians!

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By Leslie W

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Mar 5, 2024

This course is beautifully, holistically, and sensitively put together. After the first Module, I have already found it to be an important experience to participate in. The learning experience is smooth, video work exquisite. The storytelling approach gives a nuanced sense of history that has shaped our lives here and around the world. Thanks for all of this!

By Lea C

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Apr 29, 2024

This four week course provides the right balance between content and prompts for personal reflection. This was helpful to internalize and localize the information and think further outside of the planned materials. For me, it was a well-prepared and engaging course! I'm thankful this was prepared and offered on Coursera!

By Dorothy K

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Apr 6, 2024

This course was very informative. The videos and readings were most interesting as they introduced me to Black scholars, musicians, writers, poets, actors and other creatives. I am so glad I took it. Thank you. I hope to share book titles, songs and names with people I know.

By brenda a

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Sep 5, 2024

This course was excellent. The balance of reading, readings, video and engagement made the learning interesting. Dr. Andy Knight was a strong link to bind the broad scope together. I learned a lot and will continue to explore this topic. Thank you.

By Roop G

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May 13, 2024

A very deep and easy to follow dive into the complexities of the history and legacy of anti-Black racism in Canada filled with examples and great book recommendations. A must for those coming into the exploration of this topic for the first time.

By Kathleen M

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Apr 16, 2024

This course could easily be twice as long, I feel there is so much more to learn and I will delve into all of the resources that have been given throughout the course, to continue my learning. This course should be a part of the school curriculum.

By elizabeth p

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May 17, 2024

This course is comprised with relevant information, delivered in an easy-to-understand manner, tracking from the first Black man in Canada to the present, with the development, acceptance and equality of Blacks inclusion in the Canadian society.

By Benita H

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Apr 11, 2024

A comprehensive introduction to Black Canadians in the past, present, and future. This is a must for all Canadians who did not learn about Black Canadians in school or university.

By Lester N

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Aug 1, 2024

Excellent learning opportunity! This course provided me with the knowledge and understanding of the struggles, experiences, the resilience and aspirations of Black Canadians!

By Hiba K

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Sep 11, 2024

One of the best courses. I'm truly happy and impressed by all the content. A must for every individual to know more of history and present. (Y)

By Ari K

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May 27, 2024

This was an incredible course with many different types of media to learn from. Well put together and excellent visual aids.

By Marie-Louise G

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Apr 29, 2024

I enjoyed the format of this course with added audio and video content. It was easy to follow and accessible from anywhere.

By Tanya M

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Mar 25, 2024

This course was inviting, educational, and inspiring.

By Brendan G

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Sep 15, 2024

Very detailed, easy to follow and well structured

By Patricia A

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May 7, 2024

awesome! Loved the format and mixed media

By SALAUDEEN R

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Sep 24, 2024

Great information and easy to learn

By Nicole R

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Apr 17, 2024

Fantastic information

By Mary G

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Apr 24, 2024

Great course

By Peter M

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Mar 30, 2024

A broad ranging overview of Canada's Black history provides useful information for anyone who participates. There are also many resources that will expand your experience even further.

By Tracy J B

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Apr 15, 2024

Good coverage of material, needs more info of the route and experience to Africaville

By Michael I - T P P (

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Oct 20, 2024

There is good information about the Canadian perspective of Black people in Canada through a lens of equity (outcomes/results). It would be helpful to be provided with a contrast of experiences of Black people in Canada through a lens of equality (opportunities/chances). While some Black Canadians struggle in Canada, many more prosper and excel. It would seem like the victimization of Black people is one way to see experiences, however, Black people also thrive and enjoy influence and status. How might this level of excellence have been achieved? It would strengthen the discussion with opposing views to the equity lens for this course to have a complete picture of the Black experiences in Canada.