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Soils: Introducing the World Beneath Our Feet

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Brief Introduction

Learn about soils, the variety of life they contain and how humans impact this fragile system, with this free online course.

Course Summary

Discover the fascinating world beneath our feet and improve your understanding of soils for farming, conservation, and urban development with this course.

Key Learning Points

Learn the basics of soil science and its importance in our daily lives
Explore the different functions of soils and how they affect plant growth
Understand the management practices for sustainable soil use

Learning Outcomes

Understand the basic principles of soil science
Apply sustainable soil management practices
Analyze the effects of soil on plant growth and development

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

No prior knowledge required
Access to a computer with internet connection

Course Difficulty Level

Beginner

Course Format

Online
Self-paced
Interactive

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Requirements

This course is aimed at anyone with an interest in soils, biology, geography and environmental science. No prior knowledge is required but will be of particular interest to sixth formers and undergraduates studying these subjects.

Knowledge

Basic soil science - what is soil made ofSoil organisms - why soil microbes are so importantThe rise and fall of civilisations and how they depend on soilsThe impact of climate change on soils

Summary of User Reviews

This soils course on FutureLearn has received positive reviews from users. Learners have praised the course for providing a comprehensive overview of soils and their role in the environment. Overall, users found the course to be informative and engaging.