你将学到什么
Apply scientific knowledge to the human being
Explain the implications of the fact that we are a biological species
Critically evaluate information that reaches us through the media
Develop a scientifically based criterion of aspects with a biological basis, avoiding misleading, unfounded opinions
课程概况
To be able to properly engage with complex issues in today’s society we often need a basic knowledge of biology. Any consideration of issues like genetic determinism, cloning, genetic engineering, the fight against ageing, eugenics, artificial selection or intelligence inheritance requires an understanding of biology we might not all have.
This online biology course can help. You’ll get a basic introduction to the biology behind big issues – using lessons and interviews with experts – so that you can understand the implications of them for the fields of the social sciences and humanities.
课程大纲
Life, the basics
DNA information for life
Genome in action
How evolution works
Humans in nature
面向人群
This biology course is for people curious about science, students and professionals in the social sciences and humanities, who want to learn more about the scientific basis of humanity, people with a general interest in biology or the social sciences and humanities.