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    Learner Reviews & Feedback for DNA Decoded by McMaster University

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    About the Course

    Are you a living creature? Then, congratulations! You’ve got DNA. But how much do you really know about the microscopic molecules that
    make you unique? Why is DNA called the “blueprint of life”? What is a “DNA fingerprint”? How do scientists clone DNA? What can DNA teach
    you about your family history? Are Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) safe? Is it possible to revive dinosaurs by cloning their DNA? DNA
    Decoded answers these questions and more. If you’re curious about DNA, join Felicia Vulcu and Caitlin Mullarkey, two biochemists from
    McMaster University, as they explore the structure of DNA, how scientists cracked the genetic code, and what our DNA can te...
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    Sep 14, 2020

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    STUDY BUT FUN!! Make me now more curious about DNA and the amazing information that i can get about my ancestors by testing and analyzing my DNA. I never get bored since the week 1 till the end week!

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    Dec 19, 2022

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    I have gained lot of information form this course. And the instructors and the method of their teaching is really awesome. I would like to say thank you to the instructors and thank you to coursera.

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    By s j a

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    Jun 26, 2020

    DNA decoded was one of the best course i had ever came across....hats off to the presenters for keeping it very simple from the week 1 to 4...i recommend this course to the other students to unveil the mystery hidden in DNA

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    By Michelle G

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    Jun 23, 2020

    The ladies are fun and if they did another course I will be there to take it. I learned a lot from them. The course was still challenging however I enjoyed that part even though I haven’t taken a science class for a while.

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    By Rowena R

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    Nov 12, 2020

    The course has been interesting! Thank you very much, Dr. Felicia and Dr. Caitlin of McMaster University for delivering such a wonderful and creative, as well as very detailed, course on DNA. Thank you also to Coursera.

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    By SLHuo

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    Nov 24, 2019

    Very good content, and very interactive and interesting learning experiences! The two professors use super engaging and vivid teaching methods to explain key concepts and theories crystally clear to beginners. Amazing!

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    By SHANIA F

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    Sep 19, 2020

    The best course ever... Really enjoyed it! It was fun learning about DNA in the most interesting way possible! I just wish I knew about this course before but anyways I've just made my base regarding DNA more strong!

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    By Chitra R

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    Mar 14, 2021

    In my experience it was a very interesting and exciting course. Very informative. Highly recommend to those who are curious about DNA. I learned so many great things about DNA thanks to Dr. Felicia and Dr. Caitlin.

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    By Jay-Ann T

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    Nov 3, 2020

    The professors handling the course explained the concepts in such a fun way that there is an immediate recall for every concept discussed. The quizzes were fun too. Supplementary materials were also very engaging.

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    By Aishwarya G

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    Jun 14, 2020

    Its a highly recommended course if you want to decode the mystery of DNA with highly talented and enthusiastic instructors. Have learnt many facts of DNA with inspiring talks and videos included in each sessions!!

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    By oguntimehin i

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    Jun 24, 2020

    How wish all teaching staffs can emulate the way Dr Cait and Dr FELICIA lectures, it's so fascinating. No student will want miss lecture time, and it's so easy to assimilate. God bless all that you do ma'am(s).

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    By TAKHELLAMBAM M

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    Dec 6, 2021

    This course was quite a fun journey, the explanations, the jokes, videos, supplementary materials were all great. As for my suggestion, I hope to see more interaction between teacher and course-participants.

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    By Suresh P

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    May 27, 2021

    I am Computer Scientist looking for a course which gives me good basics to work in bioinformatics. This course is simply superb. Learnt so much within few hours of lectures. Thanks a lot to the professors.

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    By CAROLE M

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    Feb 14, 2021

    I thoroughly enjoyed this course. Felicia and Caitlyn make it very entertaining whilst still imparting their knowledge. I recommend it to anyone with some chemistry knowledge. Thanks Caitlyn and Felicia.

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    By Sinéad

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    Feb 14, 2021

    Very enjoyable and informative course. Very good models, diagrams and videos provided to supplement the information. Had some difficulties with Labster but still great interactive resource when it worked.

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    By Law

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    Aug 16, 2022

    This is my first completed online course. I am proud of myself and the score obtained. Very impressed with the facilitators and the materials provided to enhance learning. I would recommend this any day.

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    By Christina J

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    Jul 22, 2018

    A very fun and interesting course. I absolutely loved the videos, very upbeat and the additional material and simulated lab activity was fantastic. I would DEFINITELY recommend this course to my friends.

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    By Rahul D

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    May 22, 2020

    This was indeed a very cool course. If you want to learn and have fun at the same time I would suggest you go for this. Felicia and Caitlin ma'am are awesome. I have enjoyed every bit of their lessons.

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    By zeenat g

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    May 26, 2021

    I have learnt a lot from this amiable course. The educators were so jolly and amusing. They smoothly gave the ride of the course that one almost will forget the track of time. Thanks teachers ❤️

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    By Aleksandra W

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    Aug 4, 2020

    Best course ever! The hosts are so supportive and can really encourage participants to learn more about DNA. This course shows that genetics isn't really that hard when you have great teachers!

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    By Ms. K K

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    May 1, 2020

    the course was amazing , moreover it was easy to understand such complicated topics , this course helped me in making my basics musch stronger . both the professors were amzing at their work.

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    By Norelle C

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    Jan 26, 2023

    Very impressed with this course. I had a lot fun learning all about DNA with both instructors. Anyone interested in learning more about DNA without a major commitment great place to start.

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    By Sarah Z

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    Jan 26, 2023

    Dr. Felicia and Dr. Caitlin are really amazing scientists! Their efforts for this course were truly appreciated.

    I love their energy, and the knowledge they tried to put up was wonderful.

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    By CAROLINA I H F

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    Aug 5, 2020

    It is a perfect course to introduce everyone to genetic science, also, if you have knowledge of biological science, it will help you review your knowledge and give you more information.

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    By Naman J

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    Dec 15, 2020

    Great course for an insight into DNA and various research associated with it. Amazing course Instructors who do not fail to keep you excited and energetic till the end of the course.

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    By Abhishek K

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    Jun 27, 2020

    This was one of the coolest course I have ever learned on this online platform i. e. Coursera. Thank you, Mam, for this beautiful, interactive, and awesome journey of decoding DNA.

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    By MD F R

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    Feb 27, 2022

    This really an exclusive course to learn biological hacks. Mentors are really so comprehensive. Teaching system is really so practical. I enojyed a lot during my learning session.

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