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EMT405Sciences3 Unitsintermediate

Environmental Education And Awareness

This course explores the intricate relationship between human population and the environment, emphasizing sustainable resource utilization. It examines global trends in population growth and consumption, alongside their impacts on land cover, agriculture, water resources, and coastal environments. The course delves into the role of education in promoting environmental action, various methods for disseminating environmental information, and assessing public opinion. It also covers social theories related to the environment, environmental activism, and compensation for environmental damage.

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40h
Study Time
13
Weeks
3h
Per Week
basic
Math Level
Course Keywords
PopulationEnvironmentEducationSustainabilityPollution

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
➕
Math Level
Basic Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Population-Environment Interactions

2

Sustainable Development

3

Environmental Education

4

Information Dissemination

5

Public Opinion Assessment

6

Social Theories of Environment

Total Topics6 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Tutor-Marked Assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Final Examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

Explore the career paths this course opens up for you

Environmental Educator

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Sustainability Manager

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Environmental Consultant

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Policy Analyst

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Environmental Activist

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

Environmental ConservationEducationGovernmentNon-profit OrganizationsConsulting

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Population and Environment

3h

Unit 1: Population and Environment

3 study hours
  • •Read the introduction to understand the relationship between population and the environment.
  • •Study the historical context of population-environment studies.
  • •Reflect on how population growth affects resource availability.
Week
2

Module 1: Population and Environment

3h

Unit 1: Population and Environment

3 study hours
  • •Analyze global trends in population and consumption.
  • •Examine the impact of population growth on resource consumption.
  • •Compare consumption patterns in developed and developing countries.
Week
3

Module 1: Population and Environment

3h

Unit 1: Population and Environment

3 study hours
  • •Study the interactions between population and environment, focusing on land cover change and deforestation.
  • •Investigate the causes and consequences of deforestation.
  • •Discuss the role of demographic variables in land-use transitions.
Week
4

Module 1: Population and Environment

3h

Unit 1: Population and Environment

3 study hours
  • •Examine the impact of population on agricultural land degradation or improvement.
  • •Compare the vicious circle and Boserupian perspectives on population density and land degradation.
  • •Analyze case studies of agricultural intensification in Africa.
Week
5

Module 1: Population and Environment

3h

Unit 1: Population and Environment

3 study hours
  • •Study the relationship between population and water resource abstraction and pollution.
  • •Analyze the impact of human settlement on water availability.
  • •Discuss water stress and scarcity issues in Africa.
Week
6

Module 1: Population and Environment

3h

Unit 1: Population and Environment

3 study hours
  • •Examine the impact of population growth on coastal and marine environments.
  • •Discuss the challenges of managing coastal resources.
  • •Analyze the role of technology and social institutions in mediating population-environment interactions.
Week
7

Module 1: Population and Environment

3h

Unit 1: Population and Environment

3 study hours
  • •Study the relationship between energy consumption, air pollution, and climate change.
  • •Analyze the demographic drivers of energy consumption.
  • •Discuss the role of population variables in air pollution and CO2 emissions.
Week
8

Module 2: Role of Education and Information

3h

Unit 2: Role of Educational Intervention in Environmental Action

3 study hours
  • •Define environmental education and its importance.
  • •Discuss the process of educational intervention in environmental action.
  • •Explore the role of education in achieving sustainable development goals.
Week
9

Module 2: Role of Education and Information

3h

Unit 2: Role of Educational Intervention in Environmental Action

3 study hours
  • •Study the concept of environmental education, including education for, about, and through the environment.
  • •Identify the objectives and components of environmental education.
  • •Reflect on how environmental education can promote responsible environmental actions.
Week
10

Module 2: Role of Education and Information

3h

Unit 3: Methods of Dissemination of Environmental Information

3 study hours
  • •Define environmental information and its importance.
  • •Discuss the process and methods of environmental information dissemination.
  • •Explore the tools used for disseminating environmental information, such as the internet and mass media.
Week
11

Module 2: Role of Education and Information

3h

Unit 3: Methods of Dissemination of Environmental Information

3 study hours
  • •Study the strategies for improving environmental information dissemination.
  • •Identify the target groups of environmental information dissemination.
  • •Reflect on the importance of environmental information dissemination in protecting the environment.
Week
12

Module 3: Public Opinion and Social Theories

3h

Unit 4: Methods of Public Opinion Assessment

3 study hours
  • •Define public opinion and its importance in environmental education and awareness.
  • •Discuss the informal methods of public opinion assessment, including elections, interest groups, and the media.
  • •Explore the formal methods of public opinion assessment, such as surveys and polls.
Week
13

Module 3: Public Opinion and Social Theories

3h

Unit 5: Social Theories of Environment

3 study hours
  • •Study the social theories of environment, including environmental psychology and ecological theory.
  • •Discuss social responses to environmental pollution and solid waste programs.
  • •Explore environmental damage and compensation issues.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Review the key concepts and definitions from each unit.

2

Practice applying the theories and models discussed in the course to real-world environmental problems.

3

Focus on understanding the relationships between population, environment, and sustainable development.

4

Prepare examples and case studies to illustrate your understanding of the course material.

5

Review all Tutor Marked Assignments (TMAs) and their solutions.

6

Create concept maps linking Units 1-3 population, consumption and environmental impact

7

Practice analyzing public opinion data from Unit 4 using different assessment methods

8

Compare and contrast social theories from Unit 5, focusing on their practical applications

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