Course Summary
This course provides an in-depth understanding of teaching evolution, covering its history, scientific evidence, and approaches to teaching it in schools.Key Learning Points
- Learn the history and scientific evidence of evolution
- Explore the challenges and controversies surrounding teaching evolution in schools
- Develop effective strategies for teaching evolution to students
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the scientific evidence for evolution and its importance
- Develop strategies for teaching evolution effectively
- Explore the challenges and controversies surrounding teaching evolution in schools
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Basic knowledge of biology
- Access to internet and computer
Course Difficulty Level
IntermediateCourse Format
- Online
- Self-paced
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- Science Communicator
- Astrophysicist
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Description
How are all of the species living on Earth today related? How does understanding evolutionary science contribute to our well-being? In this course, participants will learn about evolutionary relationships, population genetics, and natural and artificial selection. Participants will explore evolutionary science and learn how to integrate it into their classrooms.
Outline
- Course Introduction
- Introduction to the Course
- Course Overview
- Syllabus
- Resources
- Introduction and Darwin's First Great Idea - The Tree of Life
- Evolution: What It Is and Why It’s Important
- Species, Speciation, and the Tree of Life: Part 1
- Species, Speciation, and the Tree of Life: Part 2
- Teaching Evolutionary Science
- Charles Darwin's Evidence for Evolution
- Thinking About Evolution: A Systematist's Perspective
- Building the Tree of Life
- Phylogenetic Trees Practice Quiz
- Module Two Quiz
- Darwin's Second Great Idea - Adaptation via Natural Selection
- Darwin's Theory of Natural Selection
- Co-Evolution: Part 1
- Co-Evolution: Part 2
- A Visit to the Ornithology Collections
- Teaching with the Next Generation Science Standards
- Building Phylogenetic Trees
- Peer-Graded Assignment: Evidence for Evolution
- Basic Processes of Evolution
- Module Three Quiz
- The History of Life
- The History of LIfe
- Extinction and Evolution
- Science Bulletins: Evolution in Action
- Using Science Stories to Teach Evolution
- The History of Life on Earth
- What Does Evo-Devo Tell Us About Evolution?
- Module Four Quiz
- Human Evolution
- Human Evolution
- H. neanderthalensis, H. sapiens and the Peopling of the World
- Science Bulletins: Expedition Rusinga
- Teaching Evolution
- From Apes to Humans
- Human Evolution and the Emergence of Our Species
- How Evolution Saves Lives and Promotes Prosperity
- Module Five Quiz
- Course Conclusion
- Course Conclusion
- Resources
- Opportunities for Educators
- Support AMNH
Summary of User Reviews
This course on teaching evolution has received positive reviews from many users. They appreciated the course for its comprehensive coverage of the subject matter and engaging presentation style. Overall, the course has been rated highly by users.Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
Comprehensive coverage of the subject matterPros from User Reviews
- Engaging presentation style
- Clear and concise explanations
- Interactive assignments and quizzes
- In-depth discussions on related topics
- Useful resources for further learning
Cons from User Reviews
- Some users found the course content to be too basic
- Occasional technical issues with the platform
- Limited opportunities for interaction with instructors
- Course may not be suitable for advanced learners
- Some users found the pacing to be too slow
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