Give a list of questions for discussing during a class
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What age group
College
What topic
Colonization
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3
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Class Discussion Questions on Colonization
Question 1: The Impact of European Colonization on Indigenous Peoples
How did European colonization affect Indigenous societies in Canada?
Consider aspects such as social structures, cultures, and economies.
What were some of the positive and negative consequences of these encounters for Indigenous groups?
Question 2: The Role of Government Policies in Colonization
Discuss the role of Canadian governmental policies in the colonization process.
How did policies such as the Indian Act and residential schools shape the colonial experience for Indigenous peoples?
In what ways do these policies continue to affect Indigenous communities today?
Question 3: Legacy of Colonization in Modern Canada
In what ways can the legacy of colonization still be observed in contemporary Canadian society?
Consider various sectors such as education, healthcare, and land rights.
What steps can be taken to address the ongoing impacts of colonization on Indigenous communities, and how can non-Indigenous Canadians contribute to this process?