The Changing Arctic

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Approx. 9 hours to complete

Course Summary

This course explores the rapid changes that are taking place in the Arctic region due to climate change and the impact it has on the people and environment.

Key Learning Points

  • Understand the Arctic region and its importance in the global climate system
  • Explore the impact of climate change on the Arctic and its people
  • Discover the potential consequences of the changing Arctic on the rest of the world

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Learning Outcomes

  • Understand the ongoing changes in the Arctic and their impact on the environment and society
  • Develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills to address the challenges posed by the changing Arctic
  • Identify potential solutions to mitigate the effects of climate change on the Arctic and the rest of the world

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

  • Basic knowledge of environmental science and climate change
  • Interest in the Arctic region and its impact on the global climate system

Course Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Course Format

  • Online
  • Self-paced
  • Video lectures
  • Case studies
  • Interactive assignments

Similar Courses

  • Climate Change and Health
  • Climate Change Mitigation in Developing Countries

Related Education Paths


Notable People in This Field

  • Greta Thunberg
  • Al Gore

Related Books

Description

What will I learn?

Outline

  • Welcome to the Сourse
  • Course Intro
  • About the university
  • About the author of the course Terry V. Callaghan
  • About the course team
  • The Man, the Myth, The Legend: professor Terry V.Callaghan and His 3M Concept
  • Welcome to INTERACT
  • Recommended readings and open-access journals
  • Entering questionnaire
  • What is the Arctic, where is it and why should we be interested in it?
  • Lecture 1. Introduction
  • What is the Arctic, where is it and why should we be interested in it?
  • Changing landforms: the legacy of glaciers and permafrost
  • Lecture 2. Landscapes and land-forming processes
  • Changing landforms: the legacy of glaciers and permafrost
  • Permafrost and its effects
  • Lecture 3. Permafrost
  • Permafrost and its effects
  • Snow and ice
  • Lecture 4. Snow
  • Lecture 5. Glaciers
  • Snow and ice
  • Land-atmosphere linkages
  • Lecture 6. Land-atmosphere linkages
  • Land-atmosphere linkages
  • Life on cold lands
  • Lecture 7. Life on cold lands
  • Life on cold lands
  • Life in cold waters
  • Lecture 8. Cold waters
  • Life in cold waters
  • The People of the Arctic
  • Lecture 9. People of the North
  • The People of the Arctic
  • The global Community affected by the changing Arctic
  • Lecture 10. Conclusion
  • The global Community affected by the changing Arctic
  • What can we do to understand the changes and their consequences?
  • Lecture 11. INTERACT
  • Final questionnaire
  • What can we do to understand the changes and their consequences?

Summary of User Reviews

Discover the impact of climate change on the Arctic with 'Changing Arctic' course on Coursera. Users have given positive feedback on the course material and interactive learning experience, resulting in an overall high rating.

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

The course material is highly informative and up-to-date with the latest research on the Arctic.

Pros from User Reviews

  • The course provides a detailed understanding of the impact of climate change on the Arctic region.
  • The interactive learning experience, including quizzes and assignments, helps to reinforce the course material.
  • The course is taught by knowledgeable instructors with expertise in the field.
  • The course is self-paced, allowing users to complete it at their own convenience.
  • The course provides a comprehensive overview of the historical, cultural, and political context of the Arctic region.

Cons from User Reviews

  • Some users found the course material to be too technical and difficult to understand without prior knowledge of the subject.
  • The course may not be suitable for those looking for a more in-depth analysis of specific topics within the Arctic region.
  • Some users reported technical issues with the online platform, such as slow loading times and difficulty accessing course materials.
  • The course may not be suitable for those looking for a more hands-on or practical learning experience.
  • Some users found the course content to be repetitive and overly focused on the effects of climate change on the Arctic.
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Approx. 9 hours to complete
Terry V. Callaghan
National Research Tomsk State University
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