Planet’s smallest creatures with the biggest impact. The course reveals the nature of microbes, viruses and diseases caused by it. Course for children and teenagers of 7-14 y.o. and grown-ups of all ages!
Learn how viruses spread and how to be protected. We'll talk about COVID too
Sneak a peek on the course
Course lectures
1. Amazing bacteria. Overview
Bacteria are the little masters of the big world. These microscopic creatures are everywhere! They live in boiling water, source the oil, fertilize the soil, and more
2. Role of bacteria
Did you know, bacteria can affect our brain! Yes, yes, they release chemicals that affect our behavior. We’ll go over diseases caused by bacteria and their effect on human’s health
3. Viruses. Overview
Are viruses living organism? We will look into viruses and discover their potential harm on humans
4. Viruses and deseases
Viral diseases. Will not miss coronavirus too. We will ll look into vaccination and how viruses help in treating diseases! How - let's figure it out in this class
5. Microscopic eukaryotes
Discovering the diversity of the microworld! Eukaryotes! Amoeba, infusoria shoe and others
6. Seaweed
How does the seaweed move? Can microbes help determine the age of rock? Which seaweed is ok to each and which one can harm?
7. Fungus
Have you know that yeast that used in cooking is actually a fungus? Why is the mold dangerous? What other microscopic creatures are there?
Course design
The course is a well-balanced mix of theory and practice: captivating video lectures + quizzes + practical assignments. Everything to keep the student involved and going
7 VIDEO LECTURES-ЛЕКЦИЙ
Online classes with science based content and media, including pre- and post course tests
ASSIGNMENTS
Practical assignments and quizzes along with each class of the course
STUDENT/TEACHER SUPPORT
All students' questions are welcome in the special chat with teachers
Course instructor
Ms. Ksenia Derbikov Course developer and instructor
Ms.Derbikov is a scientist-microbiologist, author of numerous publications, developer of educational materials and contests on biology, biology professor in Moscow State University
Cost and payment
includes unlimited access to all course materials with no expiration date
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Для оплаты (ввода реквизитов Вашей карты) Вы будете перенаправлены на платёжный шлюз CloudPayments. Оплата пройдет в местной валюте Вашей страны по курсу банка-эмитента, выпустившего карту. Соединение с платёжным шлюзом и передача информации осуществляется в защищённом режиме с использованием протокола шифрования SSL. В случае если Ваш банк поддерживает технологию безопасного проведения интернет-платежей Verified By Visa, MasterCard SecureCode, MIR Accept, J-Secure для проведения платежа также может потребоваться ввод специального пароля. Настоящий сайт поддерживает 256-битное шифрование. Проведение платежей по банковским картам осуществляется в строгом соответствии с требованиями платёжных систем Visa Int., MasterCard Europe Sprl, JCB.
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Testimonials
Great mix and balance of theory and practice. Straight forward enough to go for a child on his own. Personal certificate was very motivational. Thanks for impacting and promoting learning and education!
Levi, dad of Taylor
All about microbes course
My 3rd grader really enjoyed the course. He said it was fun and he looked forward to each class. I’ve noticed increased confidence with homework and presentations of home projects.
Madelyn, Brandon's mom
All about microbes course
The course was cool and fun for our whole family, we went through each part of it together with my son! Even the granny was caught up with lectures and assignments :) Thanks a lot for the course! Will be singing up for sea creatures for sure!
Claire, mom of Oliver
All about microbes course
Just finished the course with my kids and they seem to like it a lot! Thanks! Even I learned a lot about microbes!
John, Lisa's and Emmy's dad
All about microbes course
FAQ
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The access to the course has no expiration date. You can go over the course material any time
The course is accessible to any family member interested in learning art and science