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About the Course

Of all the animals on earth, which are the strongest for their size? What about the fastest? Who were the first animals to evolve flight? Insects take all of these titles and more! As the most abundant animals on the planet, insects and other arthropods affect our lives in so many ways. From beneficial interactions like pollination and biological pest control, to the transmission of life threatening diseases; this course will teach you about the big ways that these little arthropods impact our lives. In Bugs 101: Insect-Human Interactions, you will be plunged into the diverse (and sometimes alien) world of arthropods to learn how they work, what they do, and how insects and humans interact every day. After completing this course, you will be able to: Describe the evolutionary relationships between insects and their arthropod relatives Inventory major groups of insects and their diversity Demonstrate evolutionary adaptations that make insects successful Discuss insect biology and human-insect interactions Evaluate positive and negative interactions between insects and humans Propose practical and symbolic roles insects play in human societies...

Top reviews

AB

Jul 7, 2020

Very interesting and specially the anchors of this course are very enthusiastic and encouraging throughout the course so my focus is maintain for bugs and surly I will search more on insects further.

MM

Nov 19, 2020

An absolutely fantastic course with logically set-out modules and enthusiastic, inspiring and engaging presenters. Very useful for anyone involved in Science outreach and/or widening participation.

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By Vaisakh P

May 31, 2021

i have gained lot of knowledge regarding various insects and their interaction with humans and in our day-to-day lives.

By Cián D

Oct 8, 2019

I think insects are really cool and I want to try Entomophagy some day. Thanks Bugs 101 insect-human interactions team.

By Catherine L B

Jan 30, 2021

Great instructors, fascinating material. Really appreciated the typed video scripts, course notes and course glossary.

By Jane W

Nov 20, 2020

This course was fun. I learned a great deal about arthropods, and it provided many resources for continuing to learn.

By Theresa C

Aug 26, 2020

This was a great course that I learned a lot more about bugs! Thank you for the free course, it is much appreciated.

By Amanda M

Mar 16, 2020

Loved the instructors and how nicely the presentation was put together. This has been my favorite Coursera course!!

By Anika _

Oct 8, 2021

This course was really well made- organized, informative, and super interesting. Thank you to all who contributed!

By Carl B

Nov 12, 2019

Perfect course for introduction to bugs. Great instructors and such a wide range of topics covered. Thanks so much.

By Ishimwe G

Jul 27, 2023

I have gained more knowledge regards to the course and I have gained more insightful information about entomology.

By Winnie F

Sep 6, 2020

This course was wonderful. I greatly appreciate the opportunity to be able to learn more and more about insects.

By Kristine Z

Jan 9, 2021

Great course! Wonderful use of videos, graphs, interviews, and more. Engaging and knowledgeable instructors.

By William B

Jun 18, 2020

the teaching and student community did an amazing job at expanding my knowledge and appreciation for insects

By Susan M

Sep 4, 2019

Great course! Please do another focussing on invertebrate classification. Thanks for your excellent efforts!

By JUAN B M

Mar 12, 2023

Un curso excepcional , de gran interés y con un material tanto audiovisual como de texto excelente. Gracias

By De R J

Jun 21, 2022

An exciting course with great resources for those who would like to start getting interested in entomology!

By Blaine A S

Nov 9, 2019

What a great course! Very informative and interesting. Thank you for making it available!

Blaine Stockwell

By Richard K

Dec 19, 2021

This was a great course. I learned many things for my gardening. I wouldhihgly recommend this course.

By Judith H A

Mar 1, 2021

An absolute joy, a treat for insect enthusiasts as well as newcomers. Informative and fun. Thanks a lot!

By Keith

Dec 7, 2020

Great Course, learned quite a bit and have an even more like for insects and what they do for the world.

By Deborah H

Oct 14, 2020

Not only were the modules informative, they were visually engaging and the professors were entertaining!

By FRANK A

Sep 7, 2020

An excellent course that opens ones eyes to the vital nature of insects in relation to human existence.

By Soumya U

May 4, 2024

Amazing course content presented in amazing manner by efficient teachers. Must take for entomologists!

By juan s h s

Sep 20, 2020

Execelente curso con información muy practica e interesante. excelente plataforma y material entregado

By Eric E

May 6, 2021

Really interesting. Part were a bit tough because of technical issues, but very useful and well done.

By Daniel H

Sep 7, 2024

A fantastic adventure into the curious lives of arthropods and all of the wild secrets they hold!