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Learner Reviews & Feedback for COVID-19 Contact Tracing by Johns Hopkins University

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About the Course

The COVID-19 crisis has created an unprecedented need for contact tracing across the country, requiring thousands of people to learn key skills quickly. The job qualifications for contact tracing positions differ throughout the country and the world, with some new positions open to individuals with a high school diploma or equivalent. In this introductory course, students will learn about the science of SARS-CoV-2 , including the infectious period, the clinical presentation of COVID-19, and the evidence for how SARS-CoV-2 is transmitted from person-to-person and why contact tracing can be such an effective public health intervention. Students will learn about how contact tracing is done, including how to build rapport with cases, identify their contacts, and support both cases and their contacts to stop transmission in their communities. The course will also cover several important ethical considerations around contact tracing, isolation, and quarantine. Finally, the course will identify some of the most common barriers to contact tracing efforts -- along with strategies to overcome them....

Top reviews

KM

Jan 15, 2021

This was a Fantastic Course!! I highly recommend it!! I took it since I'm applying for contact tracing positions and wanted to have a certificate of completion in hand to show perspective employers!

R

May 24, 2020

The short modules made it easy to fit the work in around my work schedule AND helping my daughter with schoolwork. Simple, easy to understand, with regular checks for comprehension. Highly recommend!

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By Nicholas A G

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May 18, 2020

Anything and everything you need to know about this pandemic is right here in this course. Thank you for the knowledge and information I have gained from this, I appreciate all the time and effort put into this course for the safety

By Nicola B

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May 16, 2020

The course was very informative and detailed. It gave me a better understanding of Coronavirus and contact tracing etc. I can use the information learned to educate my family and friends. Thank you for this course Dr. Emily Gurley!

By Mercy S

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Dec 20, 2021

This class is well presented, quick, and easy to understand. It has helped me to learn so much about COVID 19. The data and calculations are well explained. The quizzes are short. Short quizzes are good, especially for busy people.

By Alejaniro O C

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Nov 8, 2020

It was an enlightening and informative module, it made me understand more base on facts not hearsay the true nature of Covid 19, how to do contact tracing, and the right manner of communication with persons infected with the virus.

By Cynthia C

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Sep 20, 2020

Covid-19 is a blessing in disguise. Thanks to Coursera and John Hopkins University for the opportunity to learn online for free.This course has helped me to understand more about this virus and to apply to my workplace environment.

By Amir A

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Aug 27, 2020

I really enjoyed the deep breakdowns and slide shows/pdf. The visual examples of good calls was very helpful too. those examples I feel sometimes are best heard and seen :). Thank you and very Interested In more courese. like this.

By Felicia P

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Aug 26, 2020

I learned alot . I feel more able to deal withbthis pandemic we are expeiencing . I want to get as much knowledge as I can to help me be of service in this time were we all need to pull together and get through this serious issue .

By Y S

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Aug 17, 2020

i found the information taught in this course to be thorough. It gave enough to prepare their students for a variety of possible encounters with each case and contact. It encouraged use of empathy while maintaining professionalism.

By Samuel J

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Jul 27, 2020

This course was informative and laid out in a way that presents the information in accessible, understandable sections that build on each other to give the student a more comprehensive understanding of the material as time elapses.

By Pam J

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Jul 19, 2020

The course was very informative and easy to follow. Most of all the course helped me to gain a better understanding of COVID-19 to share with my Peers, co-workers and help with local Community Health Department Education.

Thank you.

By Fady A

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Jul 3, 2020

This was one of the best and clearest courses that I have ever taken. It opened me up to terms I would have never known if it wasn't for this course. All thanks to Johns Hopkins University and the presenters throughout the videos!!

By Dr. D H

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Jun 29, 2020

I have learned so much in just a short of time. This course was a huge training for me and now I have the knowledge and the foundation to become a Contact Tracer. Awesome course and Great Professor. Thank you so much Prof. Gurley.

By Louisa B

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Jun 6, 2020

Very informative course. As a former Pharmaceutical Sales Representative, it was good to learn about this new pandemic and how I will actually be able to apply the skills and experience that I had from the pharmaceutical industry.

By Demetrios P

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Jun 1, 2020

Excellent introduction to contact tracing. I like that Dr. Gurley covers the mechanics (the what, why), but also the how. That's a huge part of contact tracing and I feel confident that I have a good foundation for getting started.

By Ann G

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May 31, 2020

Well-paced and the lessons were very clear and informative. I feel more prepared for contact tracing responsibilities and how to communicate effectively during this difficult time and future times when contact tracing is necessary.

By Troyce S V

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May 30, 2020

Good overview and presented in a manner that allowed for completion without rushing. As a MPH-phn I felt this is a program that an untrained tracer can learn the initial basics and be successful with other support systems in place

By Leslie S

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May 26, 2020

I liked the structure of the learning modules and the tests along the way. Dr. Gurley was engaging and her pace was perfect in explaining technical things. The content of the course was excellent and I learned a lot about COVID-19.

By Romel A

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May 25, 2020

It was very nice and clear to understand the purpose of the course. This course helped me to know about the virus, disease, and how to deal with people during an interview. The course structure and instructors are great. Thank you.

By Dorothea

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May 23, 2020

Awesome Course!! Covered Very Thoroughly, Great Content , and Video Scenarios!!!

I feel better Informed and Prepared to help Trace Cases And Identify Contacts As A Public Good. Also, To Aid In Endingredients The Corona Virus Spread.

By Greta M

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May 22, 2020

Instructions and explanations were very clear. Excellent visuals. I did not find any of it "difficult," although some sections were more complicated and intricate. "easy and difficult" were not the best words for offering feedback.

By Allen U

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May 20, 2020

The course was well structured and was easy to follow. The information was succinct, engaging and reinforcing as to the messages we have been receiving and the information that needs to be collected in order to curb this pandemic.

By Marcella R

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Feb 4, 2021

This course really help me to understand more about COVID-19, from how it started and become a pandemic, how to detect SARS-CoV-2 virus, and contact tracing. The newest things i learn is about communication as a health department.

By Issa J A

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Dec 21, 2020

perfect and very clear, I learned a lot of information and new ways to communicate with other people.

after this course i can help my community and make the cases and contact more controlled and to make sure not spread the disease.

By Carolyn K

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Dec 1, 2020

The class was easy to understand. I feel that having short segments instead of a long narrative helped me succeed. I also liked the quizzes. When you have success in oone area it encourages you to think you will do well in others.

By Roseanne H

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Oct 8, 2020

The course has been very informative. It does not only equip you with knowledge of how to become an effective Contact Tracer but with Knowlege about Convid -19, effective communication, and added social and problem-solving skills.