Biodiversity Courses and Certifications

Entomological Society of America

Genetically Engineered Pests for Health, Biodiversity, and Crop Protection

Exploration of genetic engineering in pests to protect health, biodiversity, and agriculture. Dr. Gould discusses potential benefits and challenges of this innovative approach in entomology and ecology.

• YouTube
• 53 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

International Centre for Theoretical Sciences

Biodiversity, People and Possible Pathogens - Understanding Spillover Dynamics

Explore the intricate connections between biodiversity changes, human health, and emerging infectious diseases. Learn about disease ecology, pathogen dynamics, and cutting-edge research in this field.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 44 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Georgia Water Resources Conference

Leveraging Community-Agency Collaborations for Enhanced Water Quality and Aquatic Biodiversity Research in Urban Stream Ecosystems

Discover how community-engaged citizen science and multi-stakeholder collaborations enhance urban water quality research and biodiversity conservation in Atlanta's Proctor Creek Watershed.

• YouTube
• 22 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Linnean Society

How to Make a Woodland - Biodiversity and Carbon Sequestration Strategies

Explore woodland creation techniques from intensive planting to nature-led approaches, examining biodiversity impacts, carbon sequestration, and soil communities with forest ecologist Dr Robin Hayward.

• YouTube
• 57 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Linnean Society

How to Find Optimism at a Time of Biodiversity Crisis

Discover how conservation science can foster hope and practical solutions for biodiversity challenges, while exploring evidence-based approaches for creating a future where both humans and nature flourish together.

• YouTube
• 44 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Engineering Value of Biodiversity

Explore how biodiversity and evolutionary relationships can inspire innovative engineering solutions, turning nature's diversity into a valuable resource for 21st-century technological advancements.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Linnean Society

Busy 'bout the Tree of Life - Genome Sequencing of Biodiversity

Discover how genome sequencing reveals biodiversity secrets and aids conservation efforts as scientists race to decode DNA blueprints of thousands of species facing extinction threats.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 20 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Wolfram

Making Sense of Biodiversity Data with Wolfram Language

Explore biodiversity data analysis using Darwin Core Archive format, from importing and visualizing data to applying machine learning for studying mimicry patterns.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Cornell University;  University of Queensland

Sharks!

5 ratings

Learn about the most fascinating animals on Earth, their sophisticated senses and how sharks and their relatives have impacted human history and culture.

• edX
• 9 weeks, 4-6 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

Introduction to Environmental Science

8 ratings

A scientific study of the natural world and how it is influenced by people. Major topics include: food, energy, human population, biodiversity and global change.

• edX
• 4 weeks, 5-6 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Climate and Environmental Protection

8 ratings

Explore the Arctic's environmental systems, climate mechanisms, and biodiversity while understanding their global impact. Gain insights from leading researchers and discover career opportunities in environmental science and Arctic studies.

• Swayam
• 15 weeks
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

Tropical Forest Landscapes 101: Conservation & Restoration

179 ratings at Coursera

Explore conservation and restoration of tropical forests, covering ecology, social aspects, strategies, and funding. Learn to address environmental challenges while supporting ecosystems and communities.

• Coursera
• 21 hours 7 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Christianity & Ecology

18 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 2 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Credential

Introduction to Environmental Science

452 ratings at Coursera

Explore environmental science principles, human impacts, and sustainability. Gain skills to address current issues through scientific analysis of natural systems, population dynamics, agriculture, energy sources, and biodiversity.

• Coursera
• 8 weeks, 10 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course
• 3 courses

Introduction to Biology: Ecology

173 ratings at Coursera

Explore interconnections in nature, ecological processes, and human impacts through stories and experiments. Gain insights into community dynamics, species interactions, and conservation challenges.

• Coursera
• 18 hours 20 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course