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  • Course 3 of 4 in the Biology Everywhere Specialization
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  • English Subtitles: French, Portuguese (European), Russian, English, Spanish
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  • 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 Big Stuff: Evolution and Ecology
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Curriculum

The "E" Word

Course 3 Introduction

What is evolution?

Evidence for evolution

Optional: Religion and Evolution

How does evolution work?

The Diversity of Life

Module 2 Introduction

Speciation and Extinction

Biodiversity Wrap up and Synthesis

Extinction PBS video

Biodiversity: What It Means and Why We Need It

Diversity of life video

The Interconnectedness of Life

Basic principles of ecology

TED Talk video

Basic principles of ecology

Questions of Conservation: Finding Balance

Introduction: Conservation and Finding Balance

Recap 1

The decision to reuse

Recap 2

Wrap up

The Bushmeat Crisis

Plastic bags video

Composting

Hardin?s Tragedy of the Commons video

Biology Everywhere Post-Assessment

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    May 25, 2024
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