Coral Reefs Courses and Certifications

Using Intuition and AI to Save Coral Reefs

Discover how AI and physical intuition can identify resilient coral reefs in the Coral Triangle, aiding conservation efforts through connectivity analysis and novel sound monitoring techniques.

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

Simons Institute

Restoring Coral Reefs at Scale - AI and the Next Generation of Conservation

Discover how AI revolutionizes coral reef restoration through innovative conservation techniques and scalable solutions for marine ecosystem recovery.

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

Introduction to the Science of Coral Reefs

Explore the comprehensive science of coral reefs, covering biology, ecology, geology, environmental impacts, protection strategies, and restoration techniques, with a focus on South China Sea ecosystems.

• XuetangX
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Bureau of Economic Geology

The Origin of Modern Atolls: Challenging Darwin's Deeply Ingrained Theory

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Explore the evolution of atoll formation theories, challenging Darwin's model with new insights on Quaternary glaciations, karst processes, and sea-level fluctuations in reef development.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 14 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Seds Online

Deep Water Processes and Sediments in Carbonate Systems - Session 2

Explore deep water carbonate processes, seep carbonates, calciturbidites, and mass-transport deposits. Discover coral carpets, Pleistocene reefs, and reservoir facies through expert presentations and poster introductions.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 39 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

AGU

Ocean Acidification Impact on Coral Reefs - Press Conference

Experts discuss ocean acidification's impact on coral reefs, examining natural occurrences, lab simulations, and historical data to understand mechanisms and ecosystem vulnerability.

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

Instituto de Física Interdisciplinar y Sistemas Complejos (IFISC)

On the Formation of Coral Reefs

Explore the fascinating process of coral reef formation, delving into the complex ecological systems and environmental factors that shape these underwater wonders.

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

Linnean Society

Coral Reefs - A Canary in the Coal-Mine for the Anthropocene

Explore coral reefs in the Western Indian Ocean, their status under climate change, and implications for global sustainability. Gain insights on local to global challenges using SDGs as guideposts.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 22 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

World Economic Forum

Climate Change Impact, Debt Plan for Coral Reefs, and Investment Advice - Top Stories of the Week

Explore tech's impact on investment advice, climate change monitoring, coral reef conservation, and climate action funding through expert insights and innovative solutions.

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

Nitrogen Pollution - Threats to Tropical Coral Coasts

This course explores how nitrogen interacts with the marine environment and the associated threats of nitrogen pollution caused by human activity, using tropical coral reefs and seagrasses as model ecosystems.

• edX
• 5 weeks, 3-5 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Educational Documentaries Collection for Classroom Learning

Explore diverse educational documentaries covering civics, nature, social issues, design, and child development through Netflix's free classroom collection.

• YouTube
• 1 day 4 hours 34 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Australian Water School

Buying Time for Coral Reefs

Explore local and global solutions to protect coral reefs from pollution and climate change. Learn about citizen science, reef restoration, carbon footprints, and case studies to preserve these natural wonders.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 3 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

MGG-013: Oceanography

Explore the scientific study of oceans, covering physical, chemical, biological aspects, marine life, climate patterns, and contemporary environmental challenges.

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

SciShow

What is a Fish? - A Conversation with Marine Biologist Jaida Elcock

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Marine biologist Jaida Elcock joins Hank Green to explore fish biology, covering gills, coral reefs, Greenland sharks, and bioluminescence in this engaging SciShow episode.

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

TED

The Beautiful Math of Coral and Crochet

Explore the fascinating intersection of mathematics, marine biology, and crochet as Margaret Wertheim recreates coral reef structures, revealing the hyperbolic geometry underlying their intricate forms.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk