Dinosaurs Courses and Certifications

Thomas Evans

Appearance of Dinosaurs

Explore dinosaur appearance reconstruction techniques, from feather evolution to keratinous structures, using fossil evidence and comparative anatomy to visualize prehistoric creatures accurately.

• YouTube
• 54 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Thomas Evans

The Early Evolution of Dinosaurs

Explore the origins and early development of dinosaurs, their appearance, behavior, and related species during the Triassic period, including the impact of mass extinction events.

• YouTube
• 51 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Thomas Evans

The Permian Period - As It Relates to Dinosaurs

Explore Earth's pre-dinosaur era, featuring mammal-like creatures, extreme climate changes, and the largest mass extinction event in history.

• YouTube
• 27 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Thomas Evans

Sauropodomorpha - Evolution of the Largest Land Animals in History

Explore the evolution of Earth's largest land animals, examining how dinosaurs achieved their massive size and dominated terrestrial ecosystems.

• YouTube
• 22 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology

Oviraptorosaurs – The Growth and Hidden Diversity of North America’s Mysterious Bird-like Dinosaurs

Explore Oviraptorosaur growth and diversity through bone histology. Learn how microscopic analysis reveals dinosaur age, development, and species variation in this fascinating paleontological study.

• YouTube
• 1 hour
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology

Dinosaurs of Spain - The Real Dragons of Don Quixote

Explore Spain's prehistoric past, from Cretaceous wetlands to exceptional fossil sites, uncovering unique dinosaur species that once roamed the Iberian Peninsula like real-life 'dragons'.

• YouTube
• 58 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology

Cretaceous Kings of Canada - How Alberta has Shaped our Understanding of Tyrannosaur Dinosaurs

Explore Alberta's rich tyrannosaur fossil record and its impact on our understanding of these iconic dinosaurs. Discover key findings and insights into tyrannosaur biology from local excavations.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 14 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology

Using Amber to Investigate Dinosaurs and Their Habitats

Explore how amber provides new insights into dinosaur habitats, palaeoecology, and soft tissue preservation, enhancing our understanding of prehistoric life and landscapes.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 24 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology

Dinosaurs in the Movies

Explore cinematic dinosaur inaccuracies with Dr. Henderson, from size and color to movement, uncovering the truth behind Hollywood's prehistoric portrayals.

• YouTube
• 41 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology

Dinosaurs in the Deep - The Sinking of the SS Mount Temple

Explore the intriguing tale of dinosaur fossils lost at sea during World War I, as a paleontologist uncovers the fate of the SS Mount Temple and its prehistoric cargo.

• YouTube
• 55 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology

Being Giant: Why Are Mammals Not as Big as Dinosaurs?

Explore the evolutionary factors limiting mammal size compared to dinosaurs in this fascinating paleontological presentation by Dr. Jessica Theodor from the University of Calgary.

• YouTube
• 45 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Wondrium

What Did T. Rex Taste Like - The Age of Dinosaurs

Explore the evolutionary link between dinosaurs and modern birds, examining fossil evidence, anatomical similarities, and behavioral traits that connect these ancient creatures to their avian descendants.

• YouTube
• 24 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Denver Museum of Nature & Science

Scientists in Action: T. rex to Turkey - From Dinosaurs to Modern Birds

Explore the evolutionary link between dinosaurs and modern birds with paleontologists and ornithologists. Discover fossil clues and collection insights that reveal how T. rex became turkey.

• YouTube
• 47 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Philip J. Currie Dinosaur Museum

The Rise and Fall of the Dinosaurs - From Origins to Extinction and Beyond

Explore the 150-million-year reign of dinosaurs, from their rise to dominance to their extinction and legacy as modern birds. Gain insights into Earth's history and evolution.

• YouTube
• 59 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Philip J. Currie Dinosaur Museum

From Deinonychus to the Dinner Table: The Link Between Birds and Dinosaurs

Explore the evolutionary link between dinosaurs and birds, uncovering fascinating clues and shared characteristics that connect these ancient creatures to modern avian species.

• YouTube
• 26 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video