Ecology Courses and Certifications

Indigenous Religions & Ecology

44 ratings at Coursera

Explora cómo las religiones indígenas de África, Asia, las Américas y el Pacífico contribuyen a la ecología y la justicia ambiental, destacando la resiliencia y el conocimiento tradicional en la restauración del medio ambiente.

• Coursera
• 1 day 40 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

East Asian Religions & Ecology

20 ratings at Coursera

Explore the ecological dimensions of East Asian religions, examining how Confucianism, Daoism, Buddhism, Shinto, and Shamanism intersect with environmental issues and offer insights for addressing contemporary ecological challenges.

• Coursera
• 22 hours 7 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

South Asian Religions & Ecology

20 ratings at Coursera

Explore ecological dimensions of South Asian religions, examining Hindu, Jain, Yoga, Buddhist, Sikh, and Baha'i perspectives on nature, environmental challenges, and spiritual practices for ecological flourishing.

• Coursera
• 16 hours 3 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Christianity & Ecology

16 ratings at Coursera

Explore Christianity's ecological dimensions, from diverse denominational perspectives to teachings on environmental justice, biodiversity, and climate change. Gain insights into Christian approaches to Earth stewardship and cosmic interconnectedness.

• Coursera
• 18 hours 7 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Western Religions & Ecology

14 ratings at Coursera

Explora cómo el judaísmo, cristianismo e islam contribuyen a la ecología y el bienestar del planeta, destacando la interconexión entre religión y medio ambiente y el activismo ecológico basado en la fe.

• Coursera
• 18 hours 23 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Chimpanzee Behavior and Conservation

273 ratings at Coursera

Explore chimpanzee behavior, intelligence, and conservation challenges. Gain insights from Gombe researchers on similarities to humans, ecological interactions, and the urgent need for protection.

• Coursera
• 15 hours 22 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Introduction to Algae

1207 ratings at Coursera

Explore algae's diversity, ecology, and biomanufacturing potential. Learn about their environmental impact and commercial applications from industry experts and academics.

• Coursera
• 10 hours 21 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Introduction to Seaweeds

57 ratings at Coursera

This course was produced by the Algae Technology Educational Consortium and UC San Diego with funding from the Algae Foundation, the National Renewable Energy Lab, and the U.S. Department of Energy.

• Coursera
• 1 day 2 hours 44 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Microcredential

Introduction to Biology: Ecology, Evolution, & Biodiversity

Explore nature through a biologist's lens, understanding life's diversity, interdependence, origins, and evolution. Gain insights into major living groups, human impact, and our species' future.

• Coursera
• 17 weeks, 3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Paid Course
• 3 courses

Why So Many Species? The Factors Affecting Biodiversity

1 review

Explore biodiversity from ecological, economic, evolutionary, and personal perspectives, examining its importance, value, and our relationship with nature.

• YouTube
• 48 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Microcredential

Biology Everywhere

Explore biology's relevance in everyday life, from molecular concepts to ecology and evolution, bridging traditional science with practical knowledge and interdisciplinary connections.

• Coursera
• 22 weeks, 2 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Paid Course
• 4 courses

The Importance of Development in Evolution - Lecture 7

Explore how development shapes multicellular organisms, influences evolution, and creates diversity through genetic expression and ancient conserved structures in this Yale lecture.

• YouTube
• 46 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Expression of Variation - Reaction Norms - Lecture 8

Explore reaction norms in evolution and ecology, examining how genotypes produce varied phenotypes across environments, population differences, and developmental constraints.

• YouTube
• 43 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Evolution of Sex - Principles of Evolution, Ecology and Behavior

Explore the evolutionary benefits and costs of sexual reproduction, including genetic diversity, pathogen resistance, and the prevalence of sex in nature's recent evolutionary branches.

• YouTube
• 49 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Alternative Breeding Strategies in Evolution and Ecology - Lecture 35

Explore diverse breeding strategies in nature, from bullfrogs to fig wasps. Learn about frequency-dependent strategies, evolutionary equilibrium, and unique reproductive behaviors across species and gametes.

• YouTube
• 44 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video