Human Evolution Courses and Certifications

SciShow

That Time Our Ancestors Almost Went Extinct - The Near Extinction of Homo Erectus

Explores evidence suggesting Homo erectus population dropped to around 1,000 individuals nearly a million years ago, examining our ancestors' brush with extinction and its implications for human evolution.

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

Evolution Soup

The Human Ape - Origins of the Genus Homo

Explore the origins of Genus Homo with Prof. Trenton Holliday. Delve into Australopithecus vs Homo, evolving ideas, and the complex web of human evolution. Gain insights into future anthropological research.

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

TEDx

How Did We Become the Planet-Altering Ape?

Explore human evolution and our unique capabilities as the species shaping Earth's future. Can our cooperative, communicative, and imaginative traits solve global challenges?

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

TEDx

Perché Noi Sapiens Siamo Diversi - Evoluzione dell'Uomo Moderno

Esplorazione delle caratteristiche uniche dell'Homo sapiens rispetto ad altri ominidi, basata sulle ricerche del nefrologo di fama mondiale Giuseppe Remuzzi.

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

TEDx

Le rêve global d'une humanité meilleure - La spirale dynamique de l'évolution collective

Découvrez comment la spirale dynamique peut guider l'évolution collective vers une humanité meilleure, en tirant parti des acquis pour atteindre des étapes plus avancées de notre développement.

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

TEDx

A Million-Year-Old Hero's Journey - Tracing Human Origins

探索人类起源：李海鹏介绍FitCoal模型，揭示93万年前人类祖先面临的生存挑战，强调团结和同情心在人类进化中的重要性，以及这些品质对当今社会的深远影响。

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

Institut des Hautes Etudes Scientifiques (IHES)

Les Sept Filles d'Eve - L'ADN Mitochondrial et l'Origine des Européens

Découvrez comment l'ADN mitochondrial révèle nos origines ancestrales, traçant la lignée maternelle jusqu'aux "Sept Filles d'Ève" et explorant la structure génétique mondiale.

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

Umano Digitale

46 reviews

Un viaggio nella storia dell’uomo alla ricerca del significato di uno degli aggettivi più utilizzati e fraintesi dei nostri tempi: “digitale”.

• Independent
• 20 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

• Best of All Time

Introduction to Human Evolution

8 reviews

Explore human evolutionary history through the human fossil, archaeological and genetic records.

• edX
• 4 weeks, 4-6 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Evolutionary Forces in Humans and Pathogens - Natural Selection and Genomic Studies

Explore genomic evolution in humans and pathogens, focusing on natural selection, adaptive traits, and disease-causing microbes. Learn about cutting-edge research methods and their public health implications.

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

Genetic Prediction of Traits and Diseases Across Diverse Populations - Next in Evolution

Exploring genetic prediction of traits and diseases across diverse populations, focusing on innovative research in evolution, genetic adaptations, and cross-disciplinary approaches to understanding human genetics.

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

Anthropology

5 reviews

Explore human population dynamics, from evolutionary origins to modern demographic transitions, examining fertility, mortality, and environmental impacts across cultures and time periods.

• YouTube
• 1 day 4 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Introduction to Archaeology: Reconstruction of The Past

Explore ancient diets, early farming, pastoralism, cultural landscapes, and human origins. Uncover how archaeologists reconstruct past identities and lifestyles through innovative methods and interdisciplinary approaches.

• Coursera
• 16 hours 57 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

American Museum of Natural History

Evolution: A Course for Educators

322 ratings at Coursera

Explore evolutionary relationships, genetics, and selection processes. Learn to integrate evolutionary science into classrooms, addressing misconceptions and using museum resources.

• Coursera
• 13 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Leiden University;  Naturalis Biodiversity Center

Evolution Today

167 ratings at Coursera

Explore evolutionary processes, their impact on biodiversity, and influence on daily life. Gain insights into natural selection, DNA mutations, and the future of human evolution.

• Coursera
• 1 day 3 hours 48 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)