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Philosophy and the Sciences: Introduction to the Philosophy of Physical Sciences
by Professor Michela Massimi , Dr. Alasdair Richmond , Dr. Suilin Lavelle , Dr David Carmel , Dr Mark Sprevak , Professor Duncan Pritchard , Professor Andy Clark , Professor John Peacock , Professor Barbara Webb , Dr Kenny Smith , Dr Peggy Series , Louise Connelly- 4.6
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Approx. 11 hours to complete
What is the origin of our universe? We’ll consider questions about the origin and evolution of our universe, the nature of dark energy and dark matter and the role of anthropic reasoning in the explanation of our universe. Week 2: The origins of our universe (Michela Massimi and John Peacock) 1 The origins of our universe...
Applied Public History: Places, People, Stories
by Catherine Clarke- 4.9
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Approx. 26 hours to complete
This course introduces learners to applied public history: understanding and interpreting the past today, and engaging diverse communities in the practice of making and sharing histories. The course draws on project case studies, expert insights and diverse perspectives to model exciting approaches to researching and sharing the history of places and people....
Philosophy, Science and Religion: Religion and Science
by Dr Mog Stapleton , Dr J Adam Carter , Dr Orestis Palermos , Professor Mark Harris , Professor Duncan Pritchard- 4.6
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Approx. 26 hours to complete
Philosophy, Science and Religion mark three of the most fundamental modes of thinking about the world and our place in it. This course, entitled ‘Religion and Science’, is the third of three related courses in our Philosophy, Science and Religion Online series. Science, Religion, and the Origin of the Universe (Professor Tim Maudlin, NYU )...
The Evolving Universe
by S. George Djorgovski- 4.6
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Approx. 66 hours to complete
This is an introductory astronomy survey class that covers our understanding of the physical universe and its major constituents, including planetary systems, stars, galaxies, black holes, quasars, larger structures, and the universe as a whole. Self-Test Questions: Messengers from the Universe Life in the Universe Self-Test Questions: Life in the Universe...
From Atoms to Stars: How Physics Explains Our World
by Andrey S. Olchak- 0.0
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4 Weeks
In this physics course, you will learn about the structure and function of our universe, from the micro-world of quantum fields and atoms up to the mega-world of stars and galaxies. The structure and function of our universe Basic structural levels of matter in the micro world Methods in physics which allow us to obtain knowledge of our universe...
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The Worldview of Thomas Berry: The Flourishing of the Earth Community
by John Grim , Mary Evelyn Tucker- 4.7
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Approx. 25 hours to complete
This course investigates Berry’s life and thought in relation to the Journey of the Universe project. The course explores Berry’s insights into cosmology as a context for locating the human in a dynamic unfolding universe and thus participating in the creative work of our times. “Teilhard in the Ecological Age,” by Thomas Berry, in Teilhard in the 21st Century....
AstroTech: The Science and Technology behind Astronomical Discovery
by Andy Lawrence , Catherine Heymans- 4.7
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Approx. 6 hours to complete
They will be in a regular pattern - a short introduction, an example science story, an explanation of the key technology area, a look at how the technology is used in practice, and finally a look at what the future may hold. W1 Part 1 - Our Knowledge of the Universe...
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Analysing Complexity
by Shawn Ross- 4.5
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Approx. 12 hours to complete
ANALYZING COMPLEXITY is constructed in the following way: Week I. "Complex Physical Systems" - What complex problems all have in common in the inanimate world Week III. Complexity in the Non-Living World Complexity in the Anthropocene Measuring Sustainability in the Anthropocene Global Politics in the Anthropocene Population Health in the Anthropocene Short writing for Module 6: Complexity in the Anthropocene...
The City and You: Find Your Best Place
by Richard Florida- 4.6
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Approx. 18 hours to complete
I'm excited to have you in the class and look forward to your contributions to the other learners in our community. (5) Recognize the trade-offs of staying in your current city versus moving, and identify the best place for you and your family to live. Why Cities Matter in the Developing World...
Astronomy: Exploring Time and Space
by Chris ImpeyTop Instructor- 4.8
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Approx. 43 hours to complete
This course is designed for anyone who is interested in learning more about modern astronomy. We will help you get up to date on the most recent astronomical discoveries while also providing support at an introductory level for those who have no background in science. Contents of the Universe Life in the Universe...
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