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Futurism and Space Exploration

PBS via YouTube

Overview

This course explores the future of space exploration and futurism through a series of videos and discussions. By the end of the course, learners will understand the possibilities and challenges of colonizing other planets, the technologies shaping space exploration, and the potential for human survival beyond Earth. The course covers topics such as colonizing Venus, Mars missions, interstellar travel, asteroid mining, and the search for extraterrestrial life. The teaching method involves watching videos and engaging in discussions. This course is intended for individuals interested in space exploration, futurism, and the possibilities of human civilization beyond Earth.

Syllabus

Should We Colonize Venus Instead of Mars?.
What Will Destroy Planet Earth? | Space Time | PBS Digital Studios.
Habitable Exoplanets Debunked! | Space Time | PBS Digital Studios.
Should the First Mars Mission Be All Women? | Space Time | PBS Digital Studios.
9 NASA Technologies Shaping YOUR Future | Space Time | PBS Digital Studios.
Is The Alcubierre Warp Drive Possible? | Space Time | PBS Digital Studios.
Will Starshot's Insterstellar Journey Succeed? | Space Time | PBS Digital Studios.
Can We Survive the Destruction of the Earth? ft. Neal Stephenson | Space Time | PBS Digital Studios.
Should We Build a Dyson Sphere? | Space Time | PBS Digital Studios.
Self-Replicating Robots and Galactic Domination | Space Time | PBS Digital Studios.
Will Mars or Venus Kill You First? | Space Time | PBS Digital Studios.
Are We Alone? Galactic Civilization Challenge | Space Time | PBS Digital Studios.
The First Humans on Mars | Space Time | PBS Digital Studios.
Martian Evolution | Space Time.
How Asteroid Mining Will Save Earth.
Will You Travel to Space?.
Could We Terraform Mars?.
Why We Might Be Alone in the Universe.
Will Wormholes Allow Fast Interstellar Travel?.

Taught by

PBS Space Time

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    Kendahl Edwards
    Great beginners course for anybody looking to learn some interesting facts about space and or space flight.

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