Throughout the course, emphasis is placed on the importance of interdisciplinary approaches to matters concerning the allocation of natural resources and the quality of our environment. Through lectures and discussions, students are encouraged not only to learn about environmental issues but also to consider their personal ethics relating to nature, resource use, and human populations.
The required textbook for this course is: Withgott J.; LaPosata M.; Environment: The Science Behind the Stories, 6th ed., Pearson Education Inc., 2014. ISBN-13: 9780134204888.
Class Format:
Learning Mode: As a DC (Distance due to COVID) course, all aspects of this course will be fully compatible with remote online learning.
Instruction Mode: Weekly class meetings will take place fully online and require synchronous participation. Recordings will be made available for students to review.