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Rediscovering the Age of Dinosaurs

10h 11m 24s
English
Paid
Updated September 2026

Rediscovering the Age of Dinosaurs is a 24-lesson 10 hours 11 minutes self-paced course by Kristi Curry Rogers, Wondrium (The Great Courses). Dinosaurs are one of the few subjects that stay fascinating from childhood onward, and paleontologist Kristi Curry Rogers uses that fascination as a doorway into real science – what fossils actually tell us, and how much of that…

Course facts

Lessons
24
Duration
10 hours 11 minutes
Level
All levels
Language
English
Updated
2026-09-11
Instructor
Kristi Curry Rogers, Wondrium (The Great Courses)
Price
Premium

Dinosaurs are one of the few subjects that stay fascinating from childhood onward, and paleontologist Kristi Curry Rogers uses that fascination as a doorway into real science – what fossils actually tell us, and how much of that picture has changed recently.

Inside the 24 lectures

  • The surprising diversity of dinosaur species and how each adapted to its environment
  • How fossils reveal diet, habitat, and behavior long after the animal is gone
  • What day-to-day life likely looked like for different dinosaur species
  • Modern paleontology tools, from excavation methods to imaging technology
  • The other animals that shared the Mesozoic world alongside the dinosaurs

The result is less a highlight reel of famous species and more a full picture of an ecosystem, built from the latest research in the field.

Who teaches Rediscovering the Age of Dinosaurs?

Kristi Curry Rogers

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Kristi Curry Rogers is a US paleontologist (Macalester College) specialising in the evolution of sauropod dinosaurs. Her teaching material on dinosaur paleontology has been published as on-demand video courses for general adult audiences interested in natural history.

The CourseFlix listing carries Rediscovering the Age of Dinosaurs. Material is paid and sits in the broader History and culture catalog on CourseFlix as general-interest reference rather than as a software-engineering track.

Wondrium (The Great Courses)

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Wondrium (formerly The Great Courses Plus and originally The Great Courses) is a US online education platform that has been publishing university-level video lecture series since 1990. The platform's distinctive contribution is the depth and production quality of its courses — each is taught by a tenured university professor with the production values of a documentary series, not a YouTube tutorial.

The catalog covers academic disciplines rather than technical-skill training: history, philosophy, science, mathematics, literature, music theory, religion, economics. Material is taught by faculty from Stanford, Yale, Princeton, the University of Chicago, MIT, and similar institutions. Wondrium is typically used by intellectually-curious adult learners filling in the liberal-arts side of their education.

The CourseFlix listing under this source carries over 19 Wondrium / Great Courses titles spanning that range — sitting in the broader CourseFlix catalog as general-interest reference rather than as a software-engineering track. Material is paid; Wondrium itself runs on a monthly / annual subscription on the original platform.

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All Course Lessons (24)
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1 Our Enduring Fascination with Dinosaurs Demo
19:59
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2 Finding the First Dinosaur Bones
29:54
3
3 The Extinction That Launched the Dinosaurs
26:41
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4 The Saurischia: Sharp Teeth, Long Necks
33:09
5
5 The Ornithischia: Armor, Thick Heads, Horns
26:52
6
6 How Rocks Reveal Dinosaur Secrets
22:42
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7 How Bones Become Fossils
24:34
8
8 A Dinosaur Mystery in Madagascar
26:46
9
9 Tracing the Dinosaur Evolutionary Tree
25:40
10
10 What Did T. rex Taste Like?
23:38
11
11 Dinosaurs in Your Backyard
21:24
12
12 Marine Monsters of the Mesozoic
24:09
13
13 Weirdest Wonders of Wings
23:59
14
14 The Non-Dinosaurs in the Age of Dinosaurs
28:04
15
15 Dissecting a T.rex
23:27
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16 How Did Dinosaurs Get So Big?
25:55
17
17 Were Dinosaurs Warm-Blooded?
22:36
18
18 The Eaters and the Eaten in the Dinosaur Age
26:49
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19 The Tough Lives of Allosaurus and T.rex
20:39
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20 Reimagining Everytyhing about Dinosaurs
27:57
21
21 Dinosaur Eggs and Babies
31:19
22
22 How Dinosaurs Conquered the Cold
20:31
23
23 The Extinction That Ended the Dinosaurs
29:38
24
24 Dinosaur Ressurection
25:02
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Frequently asked questions

What prerequisites are required for this course?
There are no specific prerequisites required for this course. It is designed to cater to a wide audience, including those with a general interest in dinosaurs and natural history. The course material is accessible to beginners but also offers depth for those with some prior knowledge of paleontology.
What projects or activities will I engage in during the course?
While the course does not involve hands-on projects, it offers detailed explorations of topics such as tracing the dinosaur evolutionary tree and examining the daily lives of dinosaurs. Students will also delve into subjects like the mystery of dinosaur fossils in Madagascar and the intricacies of dinosaur eggs and babies.
Who is the target audience for this course?
This course is ideal for anyone fascinated by dinosaurs, regardless of their prior knowledge. It suits those interested in learning about the diversity of dinosaur species, fossil records, and the latest advancements in paleontology. Additionally, it appeals to individuals curious about the creatures that coexisted with dinosaurs.
How does the depth of this course compare to similar courses?
The course offers a comprehensive overview of the age of dinosaurs, covering topics from the diversity of species to the newest paleontological methods. With 24 lessons, it provides a thorough exploration of both familiar and lesser-known aspects of dinosaur life and their environments.
What specific tools or technologies are discussed in the course?
The course highlights advancements in paleontology, including modern excavation techniques and advanced imaging technology. These tools help bring the ancient world of dinosaurs to life and allow for a deeper understanding of their habitats and behaviors.
What topics are not covered in this course?
The course does not cover post-dinosaur extinction events or the evolution of modern birds. Its focus remains on the age of dinosaurs, their lifestyles, and the other creatures that lived alongside them during that era.
How can the knowledge gained from this course benefit my career or further studies?
While the course primarily appeals to enthusiasts, it also provides foundational knowledge beneficial for further studies in paleontology or related fields. Understanding dinosaur biology, ecology, and the latest paleontological techniques can serve as a stepping stone for academic or career pursuits in natural history and the sciences.