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课程概述

For centuries we have collectively marveled at plant diversity and form—from Charles Darwin’s early fascination with stems and flowers to Seymour Krelborn’s distorted doting in Little Shop of Horrors. This course intends to present an intriguing and scientifically valid look at how plants themselves experience the world—from the colors they see to the sensations they feel. Highlighting the latest research in genetics and more, we will delve into the inner lives of plants and draw parallels with the human senses to reveal that we have much more in common with sunflowers and oak trees than we may realize. We’ll learn how plants know up from down, how they know when a neighbor has been infested by a group of hungry beetles, and whether they appreciate the music you’ve been playing for them or if they’re just deaf to the sounds around them. We’ll explore definitions of memory and consciousness as they relate to plants in asking whether we can say that plants might even be aware of their surroundings. This highly interdisciplinary course meshes historical studies with cutting edge modern research and will be relevant to all humans who seek their place in nature. This class has three main goals: 1. To introduce you to basic plant biology by exploring plant senses (sight, smell, hearing, touch, taste, balance). 2. To introduce you to biological research and the scientific method. 3. To get the student to question life in general and what defines us as humans. Once you've taken this course, if you are interested in a more in-depth study of plants, check out my follow-up course, Fundamentals of Plant Biology (https://hua.dididi.sbs/learn/plant-biology/home/welcome). In order to receive academic credit for this course you must successfully pass the academic exam on campus. For information on how to register for the academic exam – https://tauonline.tau.ac.il/registration Additionally, you can apply to certain degrees using the grades you received on the courses. Read more on this here – https://go.tau.ac.il/b.a/mooc-acceptance Teachers interested in teaching this course in their class rooms are invited to explore our Academic High school program here – https://tauonline.tau.ac.il/online-highschool...

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MM

Jan 20, 2024

Dr Chamovitz is an amazing teacher and I learnt a great deal from him! Would recommend this course for anyone wanting to understand plant biology or expand their knowledge on the field.

PL

Jul 26, 2020

The given topic in every part of lecture is so complex for a limited time but it is okay. Have to look for extended explanation in the internet to understand it further.

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151 - Understanding Plants - Part I: What a Plant Knows 的 175 个评论(共 547 个)

创建者 Serdar K

Jan 28, 2021

Thank for all the lesson that improve my knowledge, this online course increased my learning wish and prove myself to be in right lecture. You are perfect Mr.

King Regards

创建者 Cassie B

Feb 4, 2020

the information presented is relatable and makes total sense-largely due to Proffessor Chamovitz' explanations. I thoroughly enjoyed this course, can't wait for part two!

创建者 Perla T L

Jul 27, 2020

The given topic in every part of lecture is so complex for a limited time but it is okay. Have to look for extended explanation in the internet to understand it further.

创建者 Rituparna G

Jul 13, 2020

I really enjoyed the course. Learned a lot of new things and was able to brush up quite certain things as well. Looking forward to continue the part II of this course

创建者 ABHINAND.V

Apr 29, 2021

Very helpful and really interesting classes. It also provides more basic information about the plant world.

Now I am really more and more excited about Plant science.

创建者 Izumi S

Aug 28, 2019

It was very good and I studied many thing. I want to study more thing with this.

I think plants are very interesting and it is very uesful.

It made us rich and happy.

创建者 S G

Sep 4, 2024

A very interesting course, delivered clearly and in an engaging manner. I didn't expect to find it as interesting as I have. I'm now planning to continue to part 2.

创建者 Juan C P J

Jun 27, 2020

Me encantó, realmente siempre quise saber esto y me ayudo mucho en lo concierne a mi carrera.

I loved this course. Thanks a lot. I hope can take this course again.

创建者 Adam M

May 22, 2021

A wonderful course that's thought provoking, engaging and at times quite challenging. The lecturer is superb and the videos are high quality. Highly recommended.

创建者 Caleb O A

Sep 1, 2022

Thank Prof. Daniel Chamovitz for introducing me to the course. I learnt a whole new thing in Plant Biology. I sincerely love the way you deliver your lectures.

创建者 Iván A N B

Feb 28, 2018

Es un curso excelente impartido por un profesor que es excepcionalmente profesional y que se nota que ama las plantas, excelente curso acerca de las plantas.

创建者 Azhaamirul W

Jul 2, 2020

Overall I was able to understand the lecture. It was fun to see the lecturer showed his lab and introduced some of his students conducting cool experiments.

创建者 Paulina A O d Z

May 16, 2019

This is a GREAT course! I learned a lot! The only thing I would suggest is to take the "Part II" first, because the "Part I" is more advanced and difficult.

创建者 BoumTAC

Aug 22, 2021

Amazing course and amazing teacher. Even if you're not really interested in plant like myself it was still super interesting to understand how plants work

创建者 ZAIRA M S

Dec 29, 2020

The course was very informative and I'm sure I could use the basic knowledge that I learned in pursuing my own scientific research here in the Philippines.

创建者 Edimilson O

Jun 6, 2017

I loved the course, Prof. Chamovitz is very didactic making the content of the course easily assimilable even for those who are not from the botanic area.

创建者 Zen

Feb 21, 2017

Great course! Prof. Danny Chamovitz is a very good teacher and I feel that now I know much more about plant and life in general. Thank you for the course.

创建者 Margaret ( M M

Jun 24, 2020

The most fascinating course I've done so far with Coursera. Great depth and detail about how plants do everything they do and many intriguing surprises.

创建者 Valéry B

Feb 1, 2021

Superb course. I learned so much things about plants. I loved the videos and the quiz were kind of challenging. Thanks to Daniel Chamovitz ans his team.

创建者 Lucas M M

Mar 12, 2019

Awesome course! The teacher is really nice and gives a good comprehension of what a plant knows and how scientists develop their hypothesis and results.

创建者 Sara A d S M

May 18, 2021

I recommend this course 100%. An incredible learning experience, with a teacher who loves what he does and clearly loves to teach. Everything perfect!!

创建者 Anna

Apr 19, 2021

Awesome course! I strongly recommend it! You will never look at plants the same! Highly scientific and fun, well organized, well brought and engaging.

创建者 Gabriela G

Nov 12, 2022

I loved the course! I studied Agronomy and it was a good refresh of information. The Professor Chamovitz makes de lesson really interesting to follow.

创建者 Guy L

Dec 3, 2020

Great course! Very interesting and informative! Definitely recommend!

One caveat - the final is NO JOKE. Take notes and make sure you're ready for it.

创建者 John N

Sep 6, 2017

Amazing course, explaining plant evolution on molecular biology level, showing differences and similarities with animal kingdom with amazing clarity.