This course is an introduction to ecology and ecosystem dynamics using a systems thinking lens. Through a case study on Mozambique's Gorongosa National Park, learners will explore how scientists study ecosystems, and investigate the complex array of factors that inform management efforts. At the end of the course, learners will be able to grapple with real-world conservation questions, such as whether an ecosystem can recover from anthropogenic disruption and what role humans can, and should, play in that recovery.
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하워드 휴스 의학 연구소
Ecology: Ecosystem Dynamics and Conservation
아메리카 자연사박물관
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The American Museum of Natural History is one of the world’s preeminent scientific, educational and cultural institutions. Since its founding in 1869, the Museum has advanced its global mission to discover, interpret, and disseminate information about human cultures, the natural world, and the universe through a wide-ranging program of scientific research, education, and exhibition.
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The Howard Hughes Medical Institute is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to advance biomedical research and science education. The HHMI BioInteractive website provides free multimedia resources to science educators and students. They include multimedia interactive resources, such as apps, animations, videos, click and learns, and virtual labs.
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Can an Ecosystem Recover?
We begin in Gorongosa National Park, Mozambique, and pose the question: Can this ecosystem recover after a 15-year civil war? To answer this question, learners must first consider what they need to know—what are the parts that make up this ecosystem, and how do they interact and work together? How do ecosystems react to disruption? How do we know? We will begin to explore the ecosystem as a dynamic whole rather than as a collection of parts, considering how changes might affect the system in a variety of ways. This application of a systems thinking lens to understanding ecosystems will be a common theme throughout the course.
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3개 동영상 (총 26분), 7 readings, 1 quiz
7개의 읽기 자료
Syllabus5m
Classroom Resources10m
Course Credits1m
Mozambique's Gorongosa National Park: Can an Ecosystem Recover?10m
Introduction to Ecology10m
Introduction to Biodiversity10m
Introduction to Systems--and Systems Thinking10m
1개 연습문제
Module One: What have you learned?20m
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How Do We Study Populations?
This week, we narrow the focus to populations within ecosystems. Who or what populates an ecosystem, and what are their roles? How do these roles change over time? What happens when a species is removed from a system? How do scientists study the populations within an ecosystem, from its largest to its smallest inhabitants? You will explore the important roles different species can play—such as ecosystem engineers, keystone species, and indicator species—and how they shape their ecosystems.
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3개 동영상 (총 38분), 2 readings, 1 quiz
3개의 동영상
Modeling Population and Species Interactions Holiday Lecture29m
Surveying Ant Diversity in Gorongosa National Park7m
2개의 읽기 자료
How do we Study a Population--and Why? Part I: Population Dynamics10m
How do we Study a Population--and Why? Part II: Modeling Population Growth10m
1개 연습문제
Module Two: What have you learned?20m
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How Do Species Coexist?
This week we focus on community ecology and further explore the interactions between species in an ecosystem. For instance, how does the decline in a population from an ecosystem (as was the case in Gorongosa) affect the other players? How does adding a population -- such as an invasive species or translocated herds -- affect an ecosystem?
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4개 동영상 (총 86분), 2 readings, 1 quiz
4개의 동영상
How Species Coexist26m
Some Animals Are More Equal Than Others: Keystone Species and Trophic Cascades19m
Communities as Ecological Networks39m
2개의 읽기 자료
Communities and the Interaction Between Species10m
Community Structure and Dynamics10m
1개 연습문제
Module Three: What have you learned?20m
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How is an Ecosystem a System?
This week, we will further their understanding about what makes an ecosystem a system by examining the flow of energy and matter through different parts of the environment. This includes understanding the interactions of biotic and abiotic factors within an ecosystem and the services each component provides. We will introduce the complicated effects of both abiotic (climate change) and biotic (herbivory) interactions within a coastal salt marsh system, touching on ecological concepts of thresholds in a system and ecosystem resistance and resilience.
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3개 동영상 (총 52분), 2 readings, 1 quiz
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Climate Stress and Coastal Food Webs43m
Analyzing Patterns in a Savanna Landscape7m
2개의 읽기 자료
Flow of Energy and Matter in an Ecosystem10m
Ecosystem Services, Functioning, and Resilience10m
1개 연습문제
Module Four: What have you learned?20m
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ECOLOGY: ECOSYSTEM DYNAMICS AND CONSERVATION의 최상위 리뷰
AJ 제공Jun 1, 2019
This was particularly in-depth on the sciences of ecology, and having it based around a particular conservation project made it easier to follow each progressive lecture and concept that was explored.
LF 제공Oct 25, 2019
A very in depth and informative look into the field of ecology and conservation, particularly with regards to the fieldwork and mathematical modelling. The lectures were also excellent.
HC 제공Jun 6, 2018
You learn a lot about the importance of conservation, and about new technology and reseach methods. Some of the essays are a bit long-winded, however, the material is interesting.
AR 제공Jan 4, 2019
It was a very informative course giving in depth knowledge about ecology. The lecturers conducting the course have been amazing with their work. Thanks a lot to the entire crew.
ZA 제공Apr 7, 2020
An excellent course on the dynamics of ecology and how one goes about maintaining ecosystems. I highly recommend this course to anyone with even a passing interest in ecology.
SJ 제공Feb 23, 2019
I thoroughly enjoyed this course. The material is comprehensive and understandable. The information is relevant and should be viewed by students at all levels. Thank you :)
RN 제공Jun 13, 2018
I recommend this course to everyone who loves Wildlife Conservation. I learned new knowledge and awareness from the very good speakers and the articles presented. Good job!
NH 제공Feb 27, 2020
Excellent course, exceeded expectations! I am doing this course to help shift my career towards Ecological restoration design and this was such a fantastic way to begin.
HP 제공Dec 14, 2019
This was a great introduction to ecology, it sparked my interest in pursuing further courses in Biology/Ecology and trying my own hand at simulations.
SS 제공Dec 9, 2018
Great introduction to Ecology and Conservation with excellent professors and materials. Highly recommended. Wish there was more of the last week.
RC 제공Jun 5, 2018
Great course--a good combination of lectures, articles, and appropriate assignments. Enjoyed the practical and positive spin of the course!
AN 제공Apr 3, 2020
Wow. Just awesome. This course is fantastic. In a word, I will tell that the content of this course was beyond my expectations. Keep it up.
MK 제공Mar 3, 2020
I'm glad that I'm having the opportunity of learning more about wind ecology , I've been looking for a course like that a long time.
RP 제공Oct 3, 2019
I am very happy with this course, and I feel like I have learned a lot. I look forward to taking another course on a similar topic.
MS 제공Sep 22, 2018
An excellent introduction to ecology that will appeal to those who like to think in terms of how components of a system interact.
KR 제공Mar 17, 2020
This course was a great EYE opener and trust me this did bring Great Idea about ur Vegetation to systems and flora and fauna
CW 제공Jun 22, 2019
This is an absolutely incredible course. Many thanks to all of those involved in making this course available.
SS 제공Apr 3, 2020
This was a really enjoyable and informative course. There were lots of additional links and resources as well.
NJ 제공Apr 3, 2020
The course was really helpful for me. It helped me to understand much about our environment and ecosystem.
OR 제공Apr 28, 2019
It was very interesting, It give me several insights to follow an academic career on Conservation Biology
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