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Visit A Tropical Rain, Deciduous, or Evergreen Forest
Course #: EDUC_711V
At your convenience, visit a nearby botanical garden or arboretum and learn the important ecological concepts which explain why certain ...
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Food and Nutrition in the 21st Century
Course #: EDUC_715R
Because nutrition is an evolving science, this course includes a plethora of topics and controversies raised in the field. Obesity ...
CREDITS: 3
Introduction to Invertebrate Zoology
Course #: EDUC_715E
Course Description
This course introduces the numerous invertebrate phyla providing a description of the features that characterize each phylum. The ...
CREDITS: 3
Teaching STEM in the Early Years
Course #: EDUC_719R
This course provides an introduction to the principles and practices of teaching STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) in the ...
CREDITS: 3
Visit a Unique Chaparral Plant Community
Course #: EDUC_711U
At your convenience, visit a nearby botanical garden or arboretum which includes a chaparral or Mediterranean climate garden exhibit and ...
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Galaxies, Stars and Planets
Course #: EDUC_710S
Throughout history, man has looked to the sky and gazed in wonder at the sun, moon, and stars. Early astronomers ...
CREDITS: 3
All About Fish: An Intro to Ichthyology
Course #: EDUC_718Q
This course is an introduction to the fascinating and diverse world of fish. With over 21,000 species there is no ...
CREDITS: 3
Visit a Marine Aquarium
Course #: EDUC_714T
Students will visit a marine aquarium of their choice and explore the biology/ecology/conservation of common marine species. Students are requested ...
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Climate Change: What the Science Tells Us
Course #: EDUC_717H
This course presents the science supporting global warming and climate change. Earth's climate has always changed; however, modern climate change ...
CREDITS: 3
Economics: Relevant Topics and Events: Current Research
Course #: EDUC_717Y
Economics, often touted as a boring and unappealing science, is now a topic we can learn to embrace! The study ...
CREDITS: 3
Evolution and Natural Selection
Course #: EDUC_713B
Far from a quaint notion developed by a Victorian gentleman some 160 years ago, evolution is an idea that ties ...
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Health Issues in the 21st Century
Course #: EDUC_716Y
Health is a complex and dynamic subject. In the digital age, medical and health information can come from reliable and ...
CREDITS: 3
Botany Basics
Course #: EDUC_713R
This course is designed as a botanical/herbal and horticulture primer for the nonscientist. The course introduces the student to basic ...
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Discovering Humanity through Cultural Anthropology
Course #: EDUC_719B
Cultural anthropology is defined as the comparative study of human societies and their social structures, values, beliefs, and cultures. It ...
CREDITS: 3
How The Weather Works
Course #: EDUC_711L
It’s everywhere! No wonder we have a preoccupation with weather! This course brings weather alive with clearly explained texts supported ...
CREDITS: 3
AI: Transforming the K-12 Classroom
Course #: EDUC_719I
This course will provide teachers with the basic knowledge needed to effectively integrate artificial intelligence (AI) into their everyday teaching ...
CREDITS: 3
Visit A Desert Biome
Course #: EDUC_711W
At your convenience, visit a nearby botanical garden or arboretum which includes a desert exhibit and learn the important ecological ...
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Oceans
Course #: EDUC_712H
The ocean and its inhabitants play a fundamental role in Earth's evolution and development. Oceans cover nearly three-quarters of the ...
CREDITS: 3
DNA Science and Its Application in Everyday Life
Course #: EDUC_718Y
Do you wish you knew more about DNA? The popularity of home genetic testing kits, increased use of DNA in ...
CREDITS: 3
Hunting Dinosaurs
Course #: EDUC_710R
Get ready to unearth one of our planet’s greatest mysteries, the dinosaurs! Students will gain insightful and applicable information about ...
CREDITS: 3
Bird Life and Behavior
Course #: EDUC_712E
It’s tough to be a bird! They face arduous challenges every moment of every day. Using only senses and instincts, ...
CREDITS: 3
Human Development
Course #: EDUC_716Z
Understanding human development throughout our lifespan is crucial. This course explores topics related to physical, cognitive, and psychological changes experienced ...
CREDITS: 3
Mysteries of the Brain
Course #: EDUC_711P
On this journey through the brain, mysteries of how the brain functions to make us human are revealed. This course ...
CREDITS: 3