Nature and Culture in Global Wetlands. 4 credits

Catalog description

A study of internationally important wetland ecosystems of varying types (i.e., Ramsar wetlands). Emphasizes the link between nature and culture of wetlands in different global regions and focuses on understanding its critical role in the conservation and wise use of global wetlands. The course aims to train the next generation of higher education in the field of eco-cultural literacy and resilience of global wetlands. It provides students with an opportunity to learn about the environmental history and the changes in the ecology of global wetland ecosystems over the decades of human impacts. The course covers different types of wetland systems and their services to and relationship with humanity. The course includes field trips to local wetlands and nature centers, and one final field trip to a Ramsar wetland - a wetland of an international importance. Offered by Environmental Science & Policy . Limited to three attempts.