Environmental Studies
A Global Perspective
This environmental studies course is intended to introduce you to some of the basic principles in environmental studies, and how those are manifested in urban, rural and natural areas throughout the world.
Through observation, discussion, and creation of digital content, you will explore and share environmental challenges facing your local environment and create a global learning and action community.
Rather than simply offering a long list of the problems we face, this course will take a solutions-focused approach.
What you'll learn
- After completing this course, you will be able to:
- List and define fundamental terms and concepts in environmental studies
- Describe the ways that human use of resources impacts the environment
- Analyse and compare environmental issues in different parts of the world
- Apply environmental studies principles to evaluate your community, and identify and recommend solutions to local challenges
- Share stories and findings about your local (natural and built) environment
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| Rating | 4.5★ based on 2 ratings |
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| Length | 6 weeks |
| Effort | 6 weeks, 2–3 hours per week |
| Starts | On Demand (Start anytime) |
| Cost | $99 |
| From | Curtin University, CurtinX via edX |
| Instructors | Teri Balser, Joseli Macedo |
| Download Videos | On all desktop and mobile devices |
| Language | English |
| Subjects | Science Social Sciences |
| Tags | Science Environmental Studies |
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Research Coordinator, Center for Environmental Studies $47k
Lecturer in Environmental Studies $57k
Adjunct Professor, Environmental Studies $59k
Senior Research Coordinator, Center for Environmental Studies $67k
Core Faculty, Environmental Studies $68k
Senior Lecturer in Environmental Studies $79k
Clinical Studies Manager (Marketing Studies) $91k
Assistant Professor of Economics and Environmental Studies $97k
Assistant Professor and Chair of Geography and Environmental Studies $98k
Associate Professor Visual & Environmental Studies $123k
Visiting Professor Visual & Environmental Studies $125k
Assistant Adjunct Professor - Dept. of Geology & Environmental Studies $127k
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| Rating | 4.5★ based on 2 ratings |
|---|---|
| Length | 6 weeks |
| Effort | 6 weeks, 2–3 hours per week |
| Starts | On Demand (Start anytime) |
| Cost | $99 |
| From | Curtin University, CurtinX via edX |
| Instructors | Teri Balser, Joseli Macedo |
| Download Videos | On all desktop and mobile devices |
| Language | English |
| Subjects | Science Social Sciences |
| Tags | Science Environmental Studies |
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