Troodon Posted February 6, 2018 Share Posted February 6, 2018 Interested in learning more about dinosaurs for yourself or a member of your family? Well here is an opportunity to do so with one of the most renowned paleontologist around Dr. Philip Currie. U of Alberta along with an credited course is offering a FREE version and I've attached a link to learn more about it. Its a 12 week class starting Feb, subtitles in Italian, French and German. Check it out.... https://www.coursera.org/learn/dino101 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
minnbuckeye Posted February 6, 2018 Share Posted February 6, 2018 Dinosaur nomenclature have always confused me. As a result, I have shyed away from learning about these interesting creatures. I completed the first lesson provided and can see already that this course will help beginners understand a unique part of our past. I can now believe the illustrations of dinosaurs in color!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snolly50 Posted February 6, 2018 Share Posted February 6, 2018 Viewing the video above, many forum members may conclude that this offering is too basic for their level of sophistication. Don't be fooled. Unless you are a dino expert, you will learn. I took this on line course a while back and very much enjoyed the experience. I have found these MOOCs (Massive Online Open Courses) to be a real resource and have taken the opportunity to explore some diverse areas of interest. Give it a try. I believe you will find it a worthwhile experience. Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, also are remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so. - Douglas Adams, Last Chance to See Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldtimer Posted February 6, 2018 Share Posted February 6, 2018 Think I will take it. Seems to be very informative and worth while. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troodon Posted February 6, 2018 Author Share Posted February 6, 2018 @minnbuckeye @snolly50 Appreciate your comments, good to get a first hand perspective on this course. I have heard Phil Currie speak a number of times, he's an excellent speaker and teacher. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnBrewer Posted February 7, 2018 Share Posted February 7, 2018 Thanks Frank! Enrolled John Map of UK fossil sites Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troodon Posted February 7, 2018 Author Share Posted February 7, 2018 3 minutes ago, JohnBrewer said: Thanks Frank! Enrolled Super Hey I think you will learn a lot, enjoy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HamptonsDoc Posted February 7, 2018 Share Posted February 7, 2018 Looks fun, just enrolled! Thanks for the link! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troodon Posted February 7, 2018 Author Share Posted February 7, 2018 1 minute ago, HamptonsDoc said: Looks fun, just enrolled! Thanks for the link! I'm in, think it will be interesting. Phil is pretty good at all levels. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paleoworld-101 Posted February 8, 2018 Share Posted February 8, 2018 I have done this course previously, it was very well put together and interesting! A more advanced follow-up would be great as well someday. "In Africa, one can't help becoming caught up in the spine-chilling excitement of the hunt. Perhaps, it has something to do with a memory of a time gone by, when we were the prey, and our nights were filled with darkness..." -Eternal Enemies: Lions And Hyenas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldtimer Posted February 8, 2018 Share Posted February 8, 2018 I signed up and read the first intro parts but the course glossary would not load. I will continue to try to upload it and be ready for the start. This is something I believe I have been looking for. Thanks for the suggestion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troodon Posted February 8, 2018 Author Share Posted February 8, 2018 Since I'm suggesting it did enroll and finished the first lesson. Very interesting to see how it progresses. I think its good for all those that are interested in Dinos or just want to learn. Not a lot of other similar courses out there like this. Always something to learn even for those that think they know it all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sixgill pete Posted February 8, 2018 Share Posted February 8, 2018 Thanks for adding this Frank. I also enrolled and am in the middle of the first lesson. Bulldozers and dirt Bulldozers and dirt behind the trailer, my desert Them red clay piles are heaven on earth I get my rocks off, bulldozers and dirt Patterson Hood; Drive-By Truckers May 2016 May 2012 Aug 2013, May 2016, Apr 2020 Oct 2022 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troodon Posted February 8, 2018 Author Share Posted February 8, 2018 15 hours ago, oldtimer said: I signed up and read the first intro parts but the course glossary would not load. I will continue to try to upload it and be ready for the start. This is something I believe I have been looking for. Thanks for the suggestion. You can start at your pace if you enrolled free online. Several of us are into the 1st lesson or completed it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troodon Posted February 8, 2018 Author Share Posted February 8, 2018 1 hour ago, sixgill pete said: Thanks for adding this Frank. I also enrolled and am in the middle of the first lesson. That's great, happy to see how many members have either taken the course or have signed up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldtimer Posted February 18, 2018 Share Posted February 18, 2018 This has been a very interesting and very informative read. I am now on the 5th. lesson. The reading is good. The video presentations are great. And the site additional readings and videos are good too. This has really been fun. Thanks for the recommendation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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