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.
By Mathilde V
•Aug 25, 2020
Great course, very nice speakers. I missed a bit to hear about the amazing work and contribution of ants in society and environment, but that is just because I am working with ants myself, so I may be a little biased ^^ Though, it way very great to learn more about other insects and some that I do not usually hear about. Thank you for the course, University of Alberta.
By Joan L L
•Jan 14, 2020
I loved this course! I found the modules, instructors, and guests informative, fascinating, and fun. And, I love insects even more after completing this course. It took me awhile to finish due to other obligations, but, I'm so glad I persevered.
I can use this knowledge in nature courses and outings I offer as well as in insect photography, which is a passion of mine.
By Evelyn P A
•Mar 27, 2020
Excellent course for beginners!!! It is a well-planned 13 weeks of information, with plenty of visual aids and up to date topics. I particularly enjoyed the interviews of professionals employed in different areas of entomology. To my surprise the week of “insects in human culture” was my favorite, with amazing myths and stories about insects and human begins.
By Jennifer T O
•Nov 18, 2019
Informative and engaging! Entomology is a hobby for me. Sadly there's not much interest about bugs in my area. I bought several books on the subject but found some of the terms to be too hard to understand. Being able to have instructors who can explain these terms and concepts is amazing! Thanks for making this course available for people like me!
By Wendi W
•Nov 29, 2020
I was sad when I got to the end because the program was well put together and I enjoyed learning about the subject. I liked that they interviewed experts in the field, included Indigenous views, showed scientists of different genders and cultural backgrounds, and taught many aspects about insects. It inspired me to learn more about entomology.
By Beth J
•Apr 17, 2023
I took this course because of a growing concern for the health of our planet and the role insects play as "a canary in the coal mine" . With no biological studies in my background, I wasn't sure if it would be too overwhelming, but I found there was tons of information, delivered in manageable chunks. Instructors were great. Learned a ton.
By LIMNA A B
•Mar 5, 2023
It was an excellent and detailed course. the study materials provided and the classes were informative and excellent. The quiz at the end of each session was helpful to check our knowledge that we gained. I will recommend this course to all those who love to understand insects. Thanks to the University of Alberta and to all our teachers
By Bruce D
•Apr 1, 2023
Such an amazing course. I learned so much and enjoyed every module. The instructors were very good and very personable. I enjoyed seeing the items on the bookshelves frequently change. I sorry to see this course end. Congratulations on a well designed and well delivered course. You all did yourselves proud.
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By RAJAT V M
•Jun 14, 2020
It's very for the beginners and notes of each module is very good and give all types of information. Even in each notes there are some interesting facts which make more interesting. Instructor and other members are very good. Through this course learned many things and it created a different view toward insects or basically arthropods.
By Sahara A M
•Oct 12, 2019
I've always been fascinated by "bugs," so when I saw this course was available, I immediately knew I wanted to take it. There's a lot of neat information and I like how this course was put together. I hope it does help to give people a better perspective of insects! They are so beneficial and honestly, such cool little creatures!
By laura l
•Dec 21, 2022
When I heard points mentioned in lecture that were more technical than I really cared to learn about, I wondered about the need to learn them. But they were generally not on the quizzes - which stuck to the basic facts for laypeople who just want to learn about bugs in general. It was perfect for my level of knowledge and interest.
By MARIA N C
•Nov 23, 2020
Excellente!!! sin palabras, muy organizado muy complementado el conocimiento que instruyeron, y muy facil de comprender me encantaria de favor poder seguir aprendiendo con ustedes, me especializo en entomologia forense, si podrian por favor enviarme cursos con respecto a biologia, entomologia, entomologia aplicada y forense.
gracias
By Jairo R
•Sep 6, 2020
I was very satisfied with the content and how this course was carried out.
A complete course, well structured and the most important thing carried out by true professionals who achieved what they were looking for: that we could all learn about this wonderful universe that insects represent in our daily lives and in the environment.
By Shawn T D P
•Oct 21, 2019
OUTSTANDING So well put together, subject mattered varied but forming foundation of Entomology. I enjoyed the variety of instructors and it was a good mix. Some of the interviews were mehh and a few questions were a bit tricky only because I did not read carefully and select two instead of three or something along those tracks.
By Mary H
•Mar 28, 2020
Bugs 101 is well organized, well presented and engaging. I learned a great deal about insects, their physiology, morphology, adaptations, conservation and uses. I enjoyed each of the presenters, including those who work in different insect related fields. Thank you to everyone who put this course together. I may take it again.
By Camille C
•Apr 16, 2020
Excellent course, I enjoyed every part of it and learned a lot. The videos and illustrations are of very good quality. Everyone can take this course because all biological concepts are explained very clearly. Personally I really liked the interviews with professionals and the beautiful pictures used to illustrate the course.
By M
•Sep 6, 2019
I have followed quite a few courses in Coursera offered by University of Alberta. They were all good. This one is at the same level. Lessons are well prepared. Instructors are good and easy. Topics are various. I learned a lot about insects and, as a biologist, this is not a minor accomplishment for a course like this.
By Lavender M
•Jun 18, 2020
this is a wonderful course because it shows all aspects of arthropods. I came out of this class with so much more knowledge then I ever could've dreamed of. it shows you what to do to control bugs yet also how beneficial they are. I will always love insects, but this class made me love them more. thank you, Coursera!
By THOMAS M B
•Aug 22, 2022
As a seventy-five year old retiree I truly enjoyed the course! It was something I always was interested in and just wanted to see and learn more about the wonderful world of insects. I would enjoy another course dealing more specifically on identification of insects if possible. Thank you for a great experience!
By Jeanne C
•Jun 16, 2020
This is an awesome course which examines the world of insects where it intersects with humans. I never thought that I would learn so much material that could be useful in my daily activities as a Master Gardner, especially about insect reproduction and IPM. Thanks so much to the instructors and to U of Alberta.
By D. H
•Sep 13, 2024
Peter Heule's summation at the end of the course is concise in views that I have encountered. With the course I can better describe insects and their benefits to people that I talk with. I appreciate the effort that has gone into the course and its layout and will recommend it to people that wish to learn more.
By Molly K
•Jun 9, 2020
This course was extremely thorough. It covered so many aspects, some I was aware of, but most I wasn't. I really learned a lot and enjoyed it quite a bit. The instructors and special guest experts were very easy to understand and gave valuable information. Very thankful that it was available in this format.
By André M M S
•Aug 3, 2020
De verdad me pareció un curso muy bueno porque soy un principiante en todo el mundo de los insectos y los instructores, actividades y vídeos hicieron muy digerible toda la información. Siento que todas las herramientas que me dieron serán de mucha ayuda en el futuro de mi carrera. Muchas gracias por este curso.
By Deb L
•Dec 6, 2020
This is hands down the best online course I have ever taken, and I've been taking them for at least 5 years now. Am hoping I can take it again in the near future as I know there is plenty more to be learned from these amazing and enthusiastic instructors. Thank you so much for making this available to us!
By Alexander W O
•Mar 5, 2021
This course was developed and presented in very interesting and professional manner. I had completed my Prairie Horticultural Certification several years ago from the University of Saskatchewan and Bugs 101 fit in nicely with the material I had learned there.
Thank you so much and keep up the great work.