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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 Wendy R

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May 13, 2020

I found this a good overview of the types of things I will need to consider to be a contact tracer. I feel I will be much more prepared both for the interview for the job and for the specific training offered for my location.

By Priscila B R

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Aug 11, 2021

The COVID-19 Course offered the many aspects of Contact Tracing from the initial call to reaching the contacts. It also addressed the important aspects of how to handle the call. It was helpful with an excellent presentation.

By K K

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Aug 9, 2021

From non-US citizen point of view, what US authorities and educational organizations let us known COVID-19 and epidemiological and coaching style tracing methods like this course for free that is amazing and so impressed me.

By Padmanabhan S

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Apr 30, 2021

Excellent Course Covering Covid 19 Contact Tracing aspect in professional and systematic method. The chapters are well defined and in a simplified way so any individual can understand and learn the process and methods fast.

By Carole G

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Mar 6, 2021

The course was very well presented in a concise format that was very thoroughly explained and easy to follow and understand. The concepts were reiterated in a very effective manner and overall, the course was very enjoyable.

By Gerald C

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Mar 5, 2021

A good introductory course about the basics of COVID-19 and contact tracing. It is step by step and us crystal clear to understand. I recommend this course to anyone who wants to broaden their knowledge about contact tracing.

By Boy G

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Oct 20, 2020

The programs can help the individual like student, ordinary people and professional in the field to enhance their knowledge and skills thru this program. Because you can choose any of the course that fit on your present job.

By Linda K

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Aug 27, 2020

Course is Very interesting and enlightening. The course is also a lesson in communication and responsibility, especially with the conditions in the world at this time -- good communication and the best service is essential.

By Lula

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Aug 5, 2020

I enjoyed reading and learning about COVID-19. I highly recommend this course because the information was easy to read and understand...The presentation was well presented. Thanks so much for providing this information. Lula

By Pattie M

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Aug 2, 2020

Excellent Class. The content was very concise and clear. The videos were excellent. The instruction, slides, and downloadable study information made this class an option for anyone. Thanks for a great learning experience!

By Michael A

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Aug 2, 2020

Thank you so much for this lovely course rich of live information. This was an excellent experience and will not hesitate to put theory into practice and will select other courses as well. God bless you and keep you all safe.

By patrick c

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Jul 19, 2020

Well defined parameters and interesting product. I am well versed on the Covid-19 pandemic. Now I would like to go to work with my new found knowledge. patrick.connolly2009@gmail.com

Thank you Dr. Gurley and Johns Hopkins.

By VIVIAN F D

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Jun 25, 2020

An Elaborative and well discussed, defined and the need of the hour subject.

Every class worth the time spent to understand each and every perspective.

To summarize, Beautifully Documented and Presented

Kuddos to the Entire Team

By Susan R

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Jun 13, 2020

This course gave a comprehensive overview of the contact tracing process. It is beneficial for those who want to be a contact tracer or for those who just want a better understanding of COVID19 and how contact tracing works.

By Michelle F

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Jun 7, 2020

This course was very easy to understand, the information was very clear and precise. The summary at the end of each chapter was a bonus in helping you review the data you had just read and let you understand it a little more.

By Tracy J

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Jun 1, 2020

This course was very educational AND challenging! I appreciate the style in which the instruction was carried out; it allowed me an opportunity for constant review of what I learned and helped me to better retain information!

By Yvonne G

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May 28, 2020

This was a very informative course. I learned a lot of helpful information about Contact Tracing which will be helpful in becoming a Contact Tracer or just being knowledgeable during this crisis. Thumbs up to Dr Emily Gurley.

By Anna S

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May 18, 2020

Excellent course. Clearly presented, well structured and in manageable components. Longer practice quizzes throughout the course would enhance my learning but I appreciate that your participant numbers are massive. Thank you.

By AK P - a

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May 18, 2020

Brilliant course. Helpful and clear language is used. So much great guidance about the Effective Communication Skills and the challenges in Contact Tracing, with highly engaging presentation approach. Deeply grateful. Thanks.

By Arnoldo B

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Dec 29, 2020

I liked this course so much, I really learned much about COVID-19 contact tracing, I appreciate the information that you gave us to understand more about this disease and I hope to keep updating with this amazing university.

By Sarah S

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Nov 15, 2020

So well presented. Supporting visuals and audio helped with the learning. Frequent tests helped to build confidence and anchor recall.

I would take another Coursera course. Thank you for all of your efforts and expertise.

By Armelle J F C

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Nov 11, 2020

This course was very clearly explained. I liked the audio and visual reinforcement as well as the mini quizzes which helped prepare for the final exam. The videos of various plausible scenarios were realistic and credible.

By Shannon S

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Oct 27, 2020

I really enjoyed this course and in spite of working front line in hospital. Well put together and I like you can work on it whenever you like. I think it takes a bit longer than the 6 hours they approximated it would take

By Nur-Miko G

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Oct 20, 2020

I think that this course is very helpful right now that we are in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic. Being able to understand this virus even just a little lessens the panic and anxiety that many of may feel because of it.

By Lauren R

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Aug 21, 2020

The course was informative. It was well laid out. The professor gave goals. The presentation was straight forward, clear, informative and the follow up quizzes were good check for understanding.

I would highly recommend this!