This course introduces you to the five mass extinctions of the pre-human past, their causes and significance to the history of life on earth, and the current mass extinction happening during our time. We’ll also explore the history of paleontology and geological study and review the key players that influenced the science today.
Extinctions: Past, Present, & Future
Extinctions: Past, Present, & Future
Instructor: Anthony J. Martin
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Summarize extinctions as an important part of the history of life.
Identify the probable causes of mass extinctions in the geologic past (before humans).
Compare and contrast the Big Five mass extinctions with human-influenced extinctions.
Evaluate historical lessons and current trends to predict and prevent extinctions of the future.
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There are 5 modules in this course
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AM
Reviewed on Sep 10, 2020
very interesting course and i enjoyed learning new topics
BL
Reviewed on Jun 13, 2023
great class, learned alot of new info with the extinctions
CM
Reviewed on May 24, 2022
Bravo! A fascinating course, thank you. Dr. Martin speaks clearly and informatively with humour and insight. So many interesting subjects covered under the umbrella of "extinctions".
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