Glaciology Courses and Certifications

UW Astrobiology

Ice Science Advances: From Antarctic Cores to Future Mars Sampling

Explore advances in ice science through Antarctic cores and potential Mars sampling, uncovering insights about Earth and Mars' ancient climates and environments.

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

Ocean University of China

极地探秘

Explore the mysteries of Earth's polar regions through comprehensive studies of geography, climate, marine life, and social aspects, guided by experienced polar researchers.

• XuetangX
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Introduction to the Arctic: Climate

490 ratings at Coursera

Explore the Arctic's unique environment, climate systems, cryosphere, and the implications of climate change in this comprehensive course on the circumpolar North's geography and ecosystems.

• Coursera
• 7 hours 52 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Ice and Climate Change - The Atmosphere, the Ocean and Environmental Change

Explore ice's role in climate change, recent Greenland trends, and Earth's climate history over 5 million years, including paleoclimate periods and geomorphological evidence of past ice extent.

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

AP Environmental Science Syllabus Resource & Lesson Plans

Comprehensive resource for teaching AP Environmental Science, covering geological processes, ecosystems, human impact, and sustainability through adaptable video lessons, transcripts, and quizzes.

• Study.com
• 1 day 13 hours 44 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Serious Science

Earth Science

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Explore Earth's systems, climate change, and human impacts through expert lectures on topics like carbon cycles, freshwater ecosystems, climate modeling, and glaciology.

• YouTube
• 4 hours 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Physical Geology

Explore Earth's dynamic processes, from plate tectonics and mineral formation to landscapes shaped by glaciers, rivers, and coastal forces, emphasizing human-environment interactions.

• California Community Colleges System
• 18 weeks
• 13th Jan, 2025
• Paid Course

Planet Earth

Explore Earth's dynamic processes, from plate tectonics and volcanic activity to mineral formation and surface sculpting by natural forces, revealing our planet's fascinating evolution.

• California Community Colleges System
• 17 weeks, 3 hours a week
• 3rd Feb, 2025
• Paid Course

Physical Geog: Earth Systems

Explore Earth's dynamic physical systems, from climate change and natural disasters to ecosystems and plate tectonics, understanding how energy and material flows shape our planet.

• California Community Colleges System
• 17 weeks, 3 hours a week
• 3rd Feb, 2025
• Paid Course

Hunan Normal University

Geology and Geomorphology

Explore Earth's composition, geological forces, and diverse landforms while discovering fascinating natural phenomena from minerals and plate tectonics to glaciers and volcanic processes.

• XuetangX
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

ARCTIC STUDIES

Explore the Arctic's geology, climate, and human dimensions through a comprehensive multidisciplinary lens, focusing on environmental challenges, indigenous communities, and sustainable development strategies.

• Swayam
• 15 weeks
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Serious Science

Climate

Comprehensive exploration of climate science, covering water security, species impact, human influence, modeling, and future projections. Experts discuss key topics in environmental studies.

• YouTube
• 3 hours 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Seds Online

The Evolution of the Patagonian Ice Sheet from 35 ka to the Present Day

Explore the evolution of the Patagonian Ice Sheet over 35,000 years, examining its diverse environments, sediment-landform assemblages, and the climatic factors influencing its recession.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 18 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

History of the Earth

Why Did the Earth Totally Freeze for 100 Million Years? - The Snowball Earth Hypothesis

Explore the fascinating 100-million-year global freeze event, its causes, and Earth's eventual thaw. Uncover evidence, theories, and the profound impact on our planet's evolution and life.

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

Earth and Space Sciences X

Geology - Glaciers and Ice Sheets

Explore glaciers and ice sheets, their formation, movement, and impact on landscapes. Learn about glacier types, features, and their role in shaping Earth's surface and climate.

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