Course Summary
The Arctic Economy course explores the economic opportunities and challenges facing the Arctic region. Students will learn about the region's natural resources, infrastructure, and governance, as well as the unique environmental and geopolitical factors that impact the economy.Key Learning Points
- Understand the economic potential and challenges of the Arctic region
- Learn about the region's natural resources, infrastructure, and governance
- Explore the environmental and geopolitical factors that impact the Arctic economy
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Learning Outcomes
- Understand the economic opportunities and challenges of the Arctic region
- Analyze the impact of environmental and geopolitical factors on the Arctic economy
- Develop strategies for sustainable economic development in the Arctic
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Basic knowledge of economics and geography
- Proficiency in English
Course Difficulty Level
IntermediateCourse Format
- Online
- Self-paced
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Description
Arctic communities have diverse histories and roles in local, regional and global economies. However, the scope and scale of globalization has increased so quickly that vulnerable Arctic communities are facing new kinds of challenges to their survival. In this 3-week MOOC, a unique collaboration between the University of Alberta and UiT The Arctic University of Norway, you will investigate the challenges faced by Indigenous, North American, Russian and Nordic Arctic communities in a modern world. So join us as we venture above the 60th parallel North, and explore how these fascinating communities adjust to change while maintaining their ways of life, socio-economic histories, and cultural traditions.
Knowledge
- Understand the economic past, present and future of the circumpolar arctic.
- Recognize the opportunities and challenges of economic development in the arctic including local and global drivers.
- Understand the social, cultural, and political context of local, national and circumpolar arctic economies.
Outline
- Module 1: Globalization and Sustainable Arctic Economies
- Globalization and Sustainable Arctic Economies I
- Globalization and Sustainable Arctic Economies II
- Globalization and Sustainable Arctic Economies III
- Globalization and Sustainable Arctic Economies IV
- Globalization and Sustainable Arctic Economies V
- Globalization and Sustainable Arctic Economies VI
- Practice Quiz Intro
- Swimming Away: Arctic Fisheries and International Cooperation
- Practice Quiz
- Module 1 Quiz
- Module 2: Local and Regional Economies Connected with the Outside World
- Local and Regional Economies I
- Local and Regional Economies II
- Local and Regional Economies III
- Local and Regional Economies IV
- The Weight of History in the Arctic
- Module 2 Quiz
- Module 3: History of Globalization in the Arctic
- History of Globalization in the Arctic I
- History of Globalization in the Arctic II
- History of Globalization in the Arctic III
- History of Globalization in the Arctic IV
- Busting the Myth of Arctic Oil
- Module 3 Quiz
- Module 4: Final Thoughts
- What next for the Arctic?
- Outro Quiz
Summary of User Reviews
The Arctic Economy course on Coursera received positive reviews from many users. Students appreciated the comprehensive and well-structured content of the course, which covered various aspects of the Arctic's economy. The course received an overall high rating from users.Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
The course content was comprehensive and well-structured.Pros from User Reviews
- The instructors were knowledgeable and engaging
- The course covered a wide range of topics related to the Arctic economy
- The course materials were well-organized and easy to understand
Cons from User Reviews
- Some users found the course to be too basic and lacking in-depth analysis
- A few users reported technical issues while accessing the course materials
- The course may not be suitable for those who are looking for a more specialized or advanced course on the Arctic economy
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