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About the Course

In this course we will seek to “understand Einstein,” especially focusing on the special theory of relativity that Albert Einstein, as a twenty-six
year old patent clerk, introduced in his “miracle year” of 1905. Our goal will be to go behind the myth-making and beyond the popularized
presentations of relativity in order to gain a deeper understanding of both Einstein the person and the concepts, predictions, and strange
paradoxes of his theory. Some of the questions we will address include: How did Einstein come up with his ideas? What was the nature of his
genius? What is the meaning of relativity? What’s “special” about the special theory of relativity? Why did the theory initially s...
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Top reviews

AP

Aug 12, 2020

It was wonderful experience to know the special theory of relativity from Larry, who has presented the course in very simple way to understand. Thanks a lot to Larry for providing such a good session.

SS

Dec 9, 2019

Almost anyone can learn about the special theory of relativity from these lectures. I actually can't believe that I studied from a professor who teaches in the USA and in so simple way. I am grateful.

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By Gianni T

Sep 22, 2022

Wish I had a professor like this one 40 years ago.

By Hamza I

Sep 13, 2020

A very comprehensive and a well thought-out course.

By Peter H

Apr 15, 2020

Superb course and a superb lecturer. Thanks so much

By Candice M

Aug 23, 2021

Great teacher, I loved learning about this course.

By Nana H

Nov 26, 2020

Easy to understand and very motivating. Thank you!

By Narmadha K

Oct 27, 2020

Hi! Could you update my free certificate? Thankyou

By Defne T

Jun 26, 2019

Very easy to understand! Great pace for beginners

By HARSH P

Oct 21, 2017

Excellent teaching ..

Thank you so much professor.

By Wei-shun B

Sep 28, 2017

Very clear explanation with minimal prerequisites

By Jauza K

Jun 24, 2022

I love this course! It's easy to understand it.

By Gerd D B

Mar 4, 2022

Just awesome! My compliments to Dr. Lagerstrom!

By Maria J V

Dec 19, 2021

Excellent Course, congratulations and thank you!

By Marius G

Jul 6, 2020

Clear and concise course on this exciting topic!

By Rajat B

Feb 1, 2019

great course that explains concepts really well!

By Ayman G

May 22, 2021

Amazing Course , Great Instructor, Thanks a lot

By Luca S

Nov 16, 2020

you explained this course very well. thank you!

By Ann H

Dec 27, 2018

Superb course. Engrossing from start to finish!

By Richard J

Jan 13, 2017

great...but need some documents...or text book.

By Gustavo A T M

Apr 13, 2021

Thank you for the oportunity. Excelent course.

By Mohammed I

Mar 22, 2018

Excellent Presentation by Dr Larry Lagerstrom.

By KLISMAN A D C

Aug 1, 2023

BEST COURSE OF SPECIAL THEORY, THANKS TEACHER

By William L N

Sep 13, 2021

Excellent material and instructor. Thank you

By Jeffrey M

Jun 26, 2021

Just awesome! Easy to follow and fascinating.

By José L C

Jan 13, 2021

The teaches explains clearly all the concepts

By Mohammad E

Jun 5, 2019

Understand the marvelous structure of reality