Erasmus University Rotterdam
Mind of the Universe: Science in Progress
Erasmus University Rotterdam

Mind of the Universe: Science in Progress

Taught in English

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Course

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals

Tim De Mey

Instructor: Tim De Mey

4.6

(14 reviews)

Beginner level
No prior experience required
5 hours to complete
3 weeks at 1 hour a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

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There are 4 modules in this course

We will discuss how your imagination can help you in becoming a successful scientist and how you turn your wonder into a well-considered research question.

What's included

2 videos2 readings1 discussion prompt

Now you know what's on your mind and created a research question, it is important to keep your mind open while working on possible explanations and contrasts. As you are about to learn in this week, it’s important to remain vigilant by continuing to use your imagination tirelessly.

What's included

4 videos1 reading3 discussion prompts

You now know what’s on your mind and how to keep your mind open. But how to continue? To keep alternative scenarios in mind, you will connect your mind to the minds of your peers. This will get you inspired by each other’s questions.

What's included

2 videos2 discussion prompts1 plugin

You're almost there, but not quite yet. You've put your wonder into a research question with the help of your interdisciplinary team. It is now time to finalize your research question.

What's included

1 video2 readings2 peer reviews

Instructor

Tim De Mey
Erasmus University Rotterdam
5 Courses22,095 learners

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