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Tarbosaurus with Phil Currie - remastered

I Know Dino: The Big Dinosaur Podcast

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Evolution of Paleontology: From Fieldwork to Digital Modeling

The chapter explores the transition of paleontology towards integrating digital technology and computer modeling into research, emphasizing the need to train students in traditional fieldwork and modern techniques. It discusses the success of the open-access Dino 101 course with close to 50,000 students and introduces the possibility of a specialized Dino 102 course focusing on Therapod dinosaurs. The narrative also delves into the challenges and rewards of paleontological fieldwork, highlighting the importance of collaboration and the fascinating social structures of dinosaurs.

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