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People, Policy & Wetlands: Social Dimensions of Conservation Specialization

People, Policy & Wetlands: Social Dimensions of Conservation Specialization

Navigate Wetland Policy, Conservation, and Impact. Explore the intersection of policy, conservation, and human impact to develop effective strategies for wetland protection and management.

Instructor: Caitlin Bloomer, Ph.D.

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3 course series

Get in-depth knowledge of a subject

Intermediate level

Some related experience required

4 weeks to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

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3 course series

Get in-depth knowledge of a subject

Intermediate level

Some related experience required

4 weeks to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

Earn a Certificate

With paid plans

What you'll learn

Analyze local, national, and global wetland policies to understand their impact on conservation efforts.
Assess human influences on wetland ecosystems and develop strategies to mitigate negative effects.
Apply interdisciplinary approaches to balance ecological preservation with social and economic considerations in wetland management.

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Specialization - 3 course series

This Specialization examines the complex relationship between wetlands, human activity, and conservation policy. Learners will explore strategies to mitigate human impact, analyze wetland regulations from local to global levels, and consider conservation through social and ecological perspectives. By the end, participants will be equipped with the knowledge to navigate policy frameworks and develop sustainable solutions for wetland protection.

Applied Learning Project

Learners will analyze real-world wetland conservation and management issues through detailed case studies. By connecting their learning to practical challenges, learners will enhance their critical thinking skills and gain hands-on experience in diagnosing and resolving management issues.

Mitigating the Human Impact on Wetlands

Course 113 hours

What you'll learn

How current U.S. laws and regulations govern human impacts on wetlands.
The impact that human activities have on wetland ecosystem services and functions.

Skills you'll gain

Environmental Regulations, Environmental Science, Environmental Policy, Environmental Laws, Water Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Interviewing Skills, Climate Change Adaptation, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Engineering and Restoration, and Water Resources

Wetland Regulation: Local to Global Perspective

Course 212 hours

What you'll learn

Contrast federal, state, and local regulatory roles in wetland conservation, focusing on CWA and WOTUS.
Analyze international conservation laws and conventions, including Ramsar, and their link to sustainability.
Evaluate wetland management factors, community participation, and resilience strategies against climate change.

Skills you'll gain

Environmental Regulations, Environment and Resource Management, Climate Change Adaptation, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Laws, Community Development, Water Quality, Water Resource Management, Governance, Environmental Policy, Natural Resource Management, and Sustainable Development

Wetland Conservation Through a Human Lens

Course 310 hours

What you'll learn

Analyze the social, political, & cultural factors that influence wetland conservation, including the roles of stakeholders, policy, & governance.
Evaluate strategies for equitable and culturally sensitive stakeholder engagement in wetland management.

Skills you'll gain

Driving engagement, Social Sciences, Community Outreach, Natural Resource Management, Policy Analysis, Environment and Resource Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Conflict Management, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Case Studies, Environmental Issue, Critical Thinking, Governance, and Water Resources

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Instructor

Caitlin Bloomer, Ph.D.

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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This Specialization consists of three 4-week Coursera course. Each week is approximately 2 hours of content.

No need to take the courses in a specific order!

Although completion of the Coursera Specialization alone is not credit-bearing, each course within the Specialization is a required component of a graduate-level Canvas course that can be "stacked" toward advanced credentials such as an academic (transcriptable) graduate certificate or a degree. If you decide to pursue further education, the credits you earn from this Specialization can be applied toward a formal academic program, provided that you meet all the requirements of admission to the certificate or degree. Learn more about the Wetland Science and Conservation Graduate Certificate.

People, Policy & Wetlands: Social Dimensions of Conservation Specialization

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