Volcanic Hazards: Understanding Iceland's Volcanoes
Explore volcanic hazards through interactive field trips in Iceland and New Zealand, learning about eruption patterns, field skills, and hazard management.
Explore volcanic hazards through interactive field trips in Iceland and New Zealand, learning about eruption patterns, field skills, and hazard management.
This comprehensive course takes you on a virtual journey through Icelandic volcanoes and New Zealand's volcanic landscapes. Through interactive field trips, expert interviews, and hands-on learning experiences, students will develop essential volcanologist skills. The course combines scientific understanding with cultural perspectives, featuring both Māori narratives and Icelandic folklore. Students will learn about eruption patterns, hazard management, and the practical applications of volcanic studies, including renewable geothermal energy. The course emphasizes both technical knowledge and cultural sensitivity in communicating volcanic processes.
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What you'll learn
Analyze volcanic eruption patterns in Iceland and New Zealand
Develop field skills for identifying and describing volcanic rocks
Assess different types of volcanic hazards and their implications
Understand cultural perspectives on volcanic activity
Apply field data to evaluate volcanic hazard scenarios
Evaluate the benefits and risks of magma chamber drilling
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Module Description
This course provides a comprehensive exploration of volcanic hazards, combining scientific analysis with practical field experience through virtual tours. Students learn to identify different types of volcanic rocks, understand eruption patterns, and assess associated hazards. The curriculum integrates traditional scientific knowledge with cultural perspectives, featuring both Māori narratives and Icelandic folklore. Key topics include field research techniques, hazard management strategies, and the potential of geothermal energy. The course emphasizes both technical understanding and effective communication of volcanic processes to diverse audiences.
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Pioneering Volcanologist and Innovative Science Educator
Ben Kennedy is a Professor in Volcanology and Earth Science Education Research at the University of Canterbury, where he has established himself as a leading figure in physical volcanology and geoscience education. His research spans a wide range of volcanic processes, from experimental volcanology to interpreting monitoring data and studying magma plumbing systems. After completing his Masters and PhD in volcanology at McGill University in Canada, he gained international experience working at the University of British Columbia and Munich University (LMU) before joining the University of Canterbury.
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Innovative Earth Sciences Educator and Digital Learning Pioneer
Jonathan Davidson serves as Remote/Distance Lab Engineer at the University of Canterbury, where he combines his PhD in Geology with a passion for revolutionizing Earth science education. His expertise spans Earth Education Research, 3D modeling, and Geothermal Energy, with a particular focus on developing innovative digital teaching tools. His work earned international recognition when he and colleague Ben Kennedy won the 2021 edX Prize for their course "Exploring Volcanoes
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