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Mountains 101
by Zac Robinson , David HikTop Instructor- 4.9
Approx. 18 hours to complete
Mountains 101 is a broad and integrated overview of the mountain world. This 12-lesson course covers an interdisciplinary field of study focusing on the physical, biological, and human dimensions of mountain places in Alberta, Canada, and around the world. We invite you to join us for this online adventure! The mountains are calling....
Extinctions: Past, Present, & Future
by Anthony J. Martin- 4.9
Approx. 17 hours to complete
This course introduces you to the five mass extinctions of the pre-human past, their causes and significance to the history of life on earth, and the current mass extinction happening during our time. We’ll also explore the history of paleontology and geological study and review the key players that influenced the science today....
Journey Conversations: Weaving Knowledge and Action
by John Grim , Mary Evelyn Tucker- 4.8
Approx. 40 hours to complete
Journey of the Universe weaves together the discoveries of the evolutionary sciences together with humanities such as history, philosophy, art, and religion. This course draws on the Journey of the Universe Conversations, a series of 20 interviews with scientists and environmentalists. Welcome to Journey Conversations: Weaving Knowledge and Action! Tucker and Grim, “Introduction to the Journey Conversations”...
Wood Science: Beyond Building
by Lawrence Osborn , Jeffrey Slahor- 4.6
Approx. 11 hours to complete
The central question of this course: “why study wood? ” If “why study wood” is the question, one answer would be that it is the only raw material available to us that is truly renewable in human life span terms. In short, wood is a far more diverse, green, and renewable resource than you might have imagined....
Global Postharvest Loss Prevention: Fundamentals, Technologies, and Actors
by Dr. Prasanta Kalita- 4.7
Approx. 13 hours to complete
This course provides an overview of the issue of postharvest loss of grains by exploring essential physical, technical, and social dimensions of postharvest supply chains and loss prevention methods globally. Each year, estimates suggest that 1/3 of all food produced is lost or wasted, making postharvest loss a critical global food security and sustainability issue of today....
The Meat We Eat
by Chad Carr, Ph.D.- 4.7
Approx. 14 hours to complete
The Meat We Eat is a course designed to create a more informed consumer about the quality, safety, healthfulness and sustainability of muscle foods and address current issues in animal agriculture in developed and developing countries. Week 1 Welcome From the Instructor Welcome from Geoffrey Dahl US History US Animal Meat Production...
Conceptos base para el estudio del medio ambiente
by Paula Iturbide , María del Pilar Ardanza de Rumi , Marina Vega , Adriana Alicia Perez , Stella Maris Diez- 4.6
Approx. 14 hours to complete
La progresiva toma de conciencia sobre la interrelación entre los procesos de desarrollo y la sostenibilidad del medioambiente en Latinoamérica, hacen necesarios incursionar en los conocimientos de disciplinas básicas ambientales como: Biología, Química, Física y Estadísticas. Los objetivos de la introducción a la Biología tienen como fines entre otros: 1. Conocer la constitución de la materia viva;...
Biosphere 2 Science for the Future of Our Planet
by Kevin E. Bonine, PhD- 4.8
Approx. 29 hours to complete
Are you ready to take an incredible journey around Planet Earth and beyond? In this course, you will delve into a world of innovative science and learn from a team of Biosphere 2 and University of Arizona researchers. Biosphere 2, an Icon of Possibilities Welcome to the Course Meet Joaquin Ruiz, Director of Biosphere 2...
Water in the Western United States
by Eric Gordon , Anne U. Gold- 4.8
Approx. 24 hours to complete
This course combines an overview of the science behind water and climate in the Western United States with a survey of the major legal, political, and cultural issues focused on this precious resource. Course Introduction Why Study Water in the West Important Things to Know About the Course Geography of the West...
Sustainability through Soccer: Systems-Thinking in Action
by Leidy Klotz- 3.8
Approx. 10 hours to complete
This course takes learners on a journey through a progression of systems-thinking and sustainability concepts. Using the beautiful game of soccer (also known as football in many parts of the world) as an analogy, we'll work together to illuminate real-world interdependencies (such as between climate change and human rights), building the chain of concepts in a fun, accessible way....