Global Environmental Studies Fundamentals
Explore environmental challenges and solutions from a global perspective, covering key concepts in environmental studies.
Explore environmental challenges and solutions from a global perspective, covering key concepts in environmental studies.
Dive into the world of environmental studies with this comprehensive course offering a global perspective. Over six weeks, you'll explore fundamental concepts, from planetary systems and cycles to resource management and population dynamics. The course emphasizes a solutions-focused approach, encouraging you to analyze environmental issues in different parts of the world and apply principles to your local community. You'll engage in observing, discussing, and creating digital content about environmental challenges, fostering a global learning and action community. By the end, you'll have a solid foundation in environmental studies, understanding how human activities impact the environment and how to identify and recommend solutions to local and global challenges.
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What you'll learn
Define fundamental terms and concepts in environmental studies
Describe how human resource use impacts the environment
Analyze and compare environmental issues in different parts of the world
Apply environmental studies principles to evaluate your community
Identify and recommend solutions to local environmental challenges
Share stories and findings about your local natural and built environment
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There are 6 modules in this course
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to environmental studies from a global perspective. It covers six main modules: 1) Introduction to Environmental Studies, 2) Systems and Cycles, 3) Resources and Energy, 4) People and Populations, 5) Present Challenges, and 6) Solutions and the Future. The curriculum explores fundamental concepts such as planetary formation, climate and weather cycles, biological cycles, and urban systems. It delves into resource management, energy consumption, population dynamics, and environmental justice. The course also addresses current environmental challenges and their consequences, concluding with a focus on solutions, actions, and future scenarios. Throughout the course, students are encouraged to apply their learning to analyze and compare environmental issues globally and in their local communities.
Why study the environment – and what is Environmental Studies?
Module 1
Systems and Cycles
Module 2
Resources and Energy
Module 3
People and Populations
Module 4
Present challenges
Module 5
Solutions and the future
Module 6
Fee Structure
Instructors
Academic Leader in Environmental Science and Education
Teri Balser serves as John Curtin Distinguished Professor and Dean of Teaching and Learning in the Faculty of Science & Engineering at Curtin University, where she brings extensive expertise in environmental studies and educational innovation. Her research portfolio encompasses critical environmental challenges, including climate change mitigation, ecosystem ecology, urban ecology, invasive species, and restoration ecology. With over a decade of experience teaching introductory environmental studies, she has made significant contributions to environmental science education through curriculum development and textbook editing. As an environmental scientist, Balser's work bridges the gap between complex ecological systems and effective educational approaches. Her role at Curtin University involves leading teaching and learning initiatives while continuing her research in environmental studies, particularly focusing on ecosystem responses to global change. Her expertise in both environmental science and education positions her as a key figure in developing future environmental scientists and educators.
Urban Development and Sustainable Planning Expert
Joseli Macedo stands as a distinguished urbanist and academic leader, currently serving as Head of School for Design and the Built Environment at Curtin University. Her research focuses primarily on human settlements in developing regions, bringing fifteen years of teaching experience in architecture and urban and regional planning programs to her role. Her expertise spans crucial areas of urban development, including housing policy, land use planning, environmental conservation, urban design, and sustainability. As an accomplished scholar and practitioner, Macedo has published extensively on these topics, contributing valuable insights to the field of urban planning and development. Her work bridges the gap between theoretical urban planning and practical implementation, particularly in addressing the challenges of developing world settlements. Through her leadership at Curtin University, she continues to shape the next generation of urban planners and designers while advancing research in sustainable urban development. Her comprehensive approach to urban studies combines environmental consciousness with practical solutions for human settlements, making her a respected voice in international urban planning and development.
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