Educational resources for self-learners
10 resources that match your needs
Dr. Cameron Hummels
Dr. Cameron Hummels is a postdoctoral researcher who organizes public education events and runs a lecture series, specializing in galaxy evolution. He is a prominent educator in the field of astronomy and cosmology.
YaleCourses
Official YouTube channel by Yale University providing free access to full Yale lecture courses across various academic and non-academic topics.
Dr. Becky Smethurst
Astrophysicist at the University of Oxford and science communicator, known for her engaging YouTube channel explaining complex astronomy topics. Her research focuses on supermassive black holes in galaxies.
Roger Knacke
Emeritus Professor of Physics and Astronomy at Penn State Erie, known for his comprehensive lectures on cosmology and interstellar matter.
Professor Dave Explains
An educational YouTube channel created by Dave Farina, offering comprehensive videos primarily covering STEM subjects like chemistry, physics, biology, and mathematics, as well as psychology, with the goal of making science accessible and understandable.
CrashCourse
CrashCourse is a widely known educational YouTube channel launched by John and Hank Green (the Green brothers) in 2012. The channel’s mission is to make high-quality educational videos freely accessible to everyone, transforming traditional textbook content into engaging, fast-paced video lessons. CrashCourse videos are commonly used by high school and college students as complementary material, but their clear presentation style also attracts lifelong learners and general audiences.
Roger Knacke (Emeritus Professor of Physics and Astronomy)
Roger Knacke is an Emeritus Professor of Physics and Astronomy at Penn State Erie, The Behrend College. He served as the Director of the School of Science before retiring in 2010. Dr. Knacke is recognized for his contributions to physics and astronomy education.
CrashCourse
CrashCourse offers a vast library of high-quality, engaging, and entertaining educational video courses across a diverse array of subjects, aiming to make rigorous education accessible and enjoyable for a global audience. It is produced by the Complexly educational production company.
Perimeter Institute - Cosmology 101
YouTube channel featuring the 'Cosmology 101' series, hosted by Dr. Katie Mack, providing a beginner-friendly introduction to cosmology.
Roger Knacke
Emeritus Professor of Physics and Astronomy at Penn State Behrend, known for his work in the study of comets, space ice, and dust.