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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 MELBA S

Oct 20, 2020

There was so much information that I was not aware of. I believe the one critical part was calculation of the length of time a Contact is to Quarantine if they live with a Case during the time the Case is infected.

By Derik O

Sep 21, 2020

This course offers the basics of the Covid- 19 Virus. It is perfect for those looking to enhance their community or to simply learn something new for yourselI really enjoyed the course and would highly recommend it.

By Nidhin K S

Sep 15, 2020

Thank you so much for giving wonderful opportunity to couplet my course in "Coursera". From this course i achieved more and more knowledge about COVID-19, it very help full for present situation,

once again thank you

By Sherry W

Jul 24, 2020

I learned a lot about Covid-19, what must be done to protect others and how to effectively build a rapport with someone who has been in contact with an infected individual and what resources can be provided to them.

By Charles T

Jul 14, 2020

Easy, flowing format. Complex concepts presented in clear, concise language. One cannot help but wonder how many lives would be saved if every person was required to review this material. Thank you Johns Hopkins!

By Roxana G J

Jul 6, 2020

Los módulos fueron bastante claros, con ejemplos ilustrativos de muchísima utilidad, me encantaron las simulaciones de rastreo, fueron bastante ejemplificadoras del trato que se debe tener con los casos y contactos.

By Kerry P

Jul 5, 2020

Whether or not I am able to change careers at this point in my life the Knowledge I gained is invaluable. The course was clear and easy to follow the audio and visual Portions were engaging. I enjoyed all very much

By Emily R

Jun 29, 2020

This course helped me learn so much more about COVID-19. I recommend that lots of people take tis course to see the importance of contact tracing and why we must continue to educate the general public on this virus.

By Elizabeth H

Jun 17, 2020

I really enjoyed this course. It is a great overview of contact tracing. The presentations using voice, visuals and videos was a nice variety. The short quizzes after each module to assess understanding was helpful.

By Mary L

Jun 9, 2020

This course is an excellent method to familiarize all of us with the basic facts of CoVid-19 and how to use the method of Contact Tracking as a means of preventing the spread of this disease. It is time well spent.

By Elpidio C

Jun 5, 2020

This was an Awesome experience, the course is detailed and very clear to follow. The narrators speak with a clear voice in which you can understand. You can also read along with the video if you like. Great Job!!

By Charles C

Jun 3, 2020

Brilliant, easy to understand, i would definitely recommended this couse as a introduction course to any aspirant contact tacer or just to expand your general knowledged. Thank you to the presenter... South Africa.

By Nikki C

May 30, 2020

Very clear, with lots of helpful information. There were a couple of spots with minor technical issues (i.e. one question during a video appeared to be placed incorrectly), but otherwise the course flowed smoothly.

By Nancy “ S

May 29, 2020

It took some time, you should take breaks so your brain doesnt overload. Definatley make notes to review so you may answer the questions and take the test at the end of the course properly. Alltogether, nice course.

By Thomas D

May 29, 2020

This course teach an a very easy way to learn. I found out thing about sentences that I didn't know or recalled from school. I would recommend this program to any one who was looking to learn about contact tracings.

By Maxwell A

May 28, 2020

This is a life changing program. Didn't have money to go to the universities but through coursera, i have been educated and gotten certificate from one of the top universites. God bless everyone behind this program.

By Vanessa J C

May 28, 2020

I have, of course, seen so much about Covid-19 on the news but it has been overwhelming and confusing. This class gave detailed information and the videos were very helpful. Knowing more has calmed some of my fears.

By Monica I

May 26, 2020

This course has been very helpful in preparing for my role as a Covid -19 Contact Tracer in the UK.

Dr Emily Gurley has got a very engaging voice that makes you want to complete the course in a very successful way.

By Ken M

May 26, 2020

Thank you for allowing me to participate in this course. The instructor is wonderful, with every word said lingering long enough to sink in and followed by well set out transcripts. I am glad that I took the course.

By Dr S S

May 26, 2020

Excellent course. Very important concepts taught so methodically and easily. Really appreciate the efforts put in by the course director and team in making such a knowledgable course. Thanks,

Dr. Sarit Sharma (India)

By John F C

May 24, 2020

The course provided me with a thorough authoritative survey and detailed presentation of Contact Tracing. I feel that I am well prepared with the fundamentals necessary to contribute to this activity and profession.

By Suzanne F

May 22, 2020

Very clearly presented. As a physician in practice for over 20 years, who is very familiar with these concepts, I wonder if it is sufficient training for people never interfacing with the public about their health.

By Karen D

May 19, 2020

Well defined, easy to follow course. Dr. Gurley is an excellent lecturer and presents the information logically and with extensive examples. The good tracer/bad tracer enactments enhanced the instruction immensely.

By Brennan F

May 18, 2020

This course was very well done. Quite clear and succinct. It gives a comprehensive overview of the whole system of Contact Tracing. My thanks to the actors who portrayed folks in the scenarios. They did a great job!

By Ibrahim D

May 18, 2020

This training super informative and presentations was well put together. The modules were very clear and easy to read. To add, I enjoy acting in the vignettes. Some of the actors should try doing acting on the side.