The Big Stuff: Evolution and Ecology

This course is part of Biology Everywhere Specialization

Instructor: Melanie Peffer

What you'll learn

  •   Explain why biodiversity is important and how evolution works to generate biodiversity. 
  •   Explain the basic principles of ecology and discuss how we fit into an ecological system.
  •   Apply knowledge of ecology to current conservation issues in today’s society. Identify costs/benefits to each conservation strategy.

    • Skills you'll gain

  •   Environmental Resource Management
  •   Social Studies
  •   Life Sciences
  •   Natural Resource Management
  •   Environmental Policy
  •   Biology
  •   Environment
  •   Environmental Issue
  •   Environmental Science

    • There are 4 modules in this course

    In this course, we will explore how evolution works to generate new species, the wide variety of life on earth. We will also touch on the importance of biodiversity for the overall health of our planet, and for our well being as humans. Then we will discuss ecology and the interconnectedness of life and touch on one big ecological issue in today’s society, conservation.

    The Diversity of Life

    The Interconnectedness of Life

    Questions of Conservation: Finding Balance

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