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Evolution: A Course for Educators
  • Level Foundation
  • Duration 10 hours
  • Course by American Museum of Natural History
  • Offered by

About

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.

Modules

Introductory Materials

    • 1 Videos
    • 3 Readings
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1 Videos

  • Introduction to the Course

3 Readings

  • Course Overview
  • Syllabus
  • Resources

Introduction and Darwin's First Great Idea - The Tree of Life

    • 3 Videos
    • 3 Readings
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3 Videos

  • 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

3 Readings

  • Charles Darwin's Evidence for Evolution
  • Thinking About Evolution: A Systematist's Perspective
  • Building the Tree of Life

Teaching Evolutionary Science

    • 1 Videos
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1 Videos

  • Teaching Evolutionary Science

Review

    • 1 Quiz
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Module Two Quiz

1 Quiz

  • Phylogenetic Trees Practice Quiz

Darwin's Theory and Co-Evolution

    • 3 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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3 Videos

  • Darwin's Theory of Natural Selection
  • Co-Evolution: Part 1
  • Co-Evolution: Part 2

1 Readings

  • Basic Processes of Evolution

Behind the Scenes @ AMNH

    • 1 Videos
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1 Videos

  • A Visit to the Ornithology Collections

Teaching Evolution Part Two

    • 2 Videos
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2 Videos

  • Teaching with the Next Generation Science Standards
  • Building Phylogenetic Trees

Review & Assignment

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 PeerReview
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Module Three Quiz

1 Peer Review

  • Peer-Reviewed Assignment

1 Videos

  • Peer-Graded Assignment: Evidence for Evolution

The History of Life

    • 3 Videos
    • 2 Readings
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3 Videos

  • The History of LIfe
  • Extinction and Evolution
  • Science Bulletins: Evolution in Action

2 Readings

  • The History of Life on Earth
  • What Does Evo-Devo Tell Us About Evolution?

Teaching Evolution Part Three

    • 1 Videos
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1 Videos

  • Using Science Stories to Teach Evolution

Review

    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Module Four Quiz

Human Evolution

    • 3 Videos
    • 3 Readings
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3 Videos

  • Human Evolution
  • H. neanderthalensis, H. sapiens and the Peopling of the World
  • Science Bulletins: Expedition Rusinga

3 Readings

  • From Apes to Humans
  • Human Evolution and the Emergence of Our Species
  • How Evolution Saves Lives and Promotes Prosperity

Teaching Evolution Part Four

    • 1 Videos
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1 Videos

  • Teaching Evolution

Review

    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Module Five Quiz

Course Conclusion

    • 1 Videos
    • 3 Readings
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  • Course Conclusion

3 Readings

  • Resources
  • Opportunities for Educators
  • Support AMNH

Auto Summary

"Evolution: A Course for Educators" offers an in-depth exploration into the science of evolution, designed specifically for educators in the Science & Engineering domain. Led by Coursera, this foundational course delves into the intricate relationships between species, the principles of population genetics, and the mechanisms of natural and artificial selection. Over a comprehensive 600-minute curriculum, participants will gain valuable insights into evolutionary science and discover effective methods to incorporate these concepts into their teaching practices. Ideal for educators seeking to enrich their classroom content, the course is available through flexible subscription options, including Starter and Professional plans. Embark on a journey to understand the profound connections between all living species and enhance your educational toolkit with this engaging and informative course.

Joel Cracraft, Ph.D.
Instructors

Joel Cracraft, Ph.D.

David Randle, Ph.D.
Instructors

David Randle, Ph.D.