Ocean Conservation Courses and Certifications

UF Thompson Earth Systems Institute TESI

Ocean Expert Exchange - Billfish Conservation

Explore billfish conservation, including their characteristics, habitats, and tagging programs. Learn about research efforts and how to contribute to protecting these magnificent ocean creatures.

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

How Swimming Helps Push for Ocean Conservation

Zandile Ndhlovu's journey from water-wary to freediving instructor challenges cultural myths, promotes ocean literacy, and advocates for inclusive access to water. Her story emphasizes representation and dismantling barriers to ocean stewardship.

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

Sustainable Seafood: Barriers and Opportunities

Dive into the environmental and social impacts of different fishing practices and discover sustainable approaches and innovations.

• edX
• 3 weeks, 3-4 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

From Sea to Changing Sea - Marine Life and Ocean Conservation

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Experts discuss marine life challenges, including climate change impacts, coral reef health, and ocean acoustics, offering insights into conservation and research efforts.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 23 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

GOTO Conferences

How a Passion for Oceans Can Utilize Synergies of Technology - Cleaning Beaches with Custom Robots

Discover how Race for Oceans develops custom robots to clean Danish beaches from plastic pellets, addressing decades of environmental damage and showcasing technology's role in ocean conservation.

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

UF Thompson Earth Systems Institute TESI

Globally Abundant to Critically Endangered - The Conservation Story of the Oceanic Whitetip Shark

Explore the dramatic decline of oceanic whitetip sharks, once abundant but now critically endangered, and learn about conservation efforts to protect this species.

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

Milken Institute

S.O.S. - Save Our Seas: Protecting the Future of Our Oceans

Explore innovative strategies and global initiatives to protect our oceans, featuring insights from leading experts in marine conservation and sustainability.

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

Whispers from the Sea - Building Hope from Hopelessness

Explore the impact of marine pollution on endangered sea animals and the challenges faced by sea veterinarians in Thailand, as shared by Dr. Patcharaporn Kaewmong in her inspiring TEDx talk.

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

What Dolphins and Whales Have Taught Me About Being Human

Discover how encounters with marine mammals led to profound insights on human consciousness, environmental conservation, and our interconnectedness with nature's intelligence.

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

Protecting the Oceans to Save Ourselves

Renowned oceanographer Sylvia Earle advocates for protecting 30% of oceans by 2030 through "Hope Spots," highlighting the urgent need for marine conservation and its potential to reverse ecological decline.

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

UF Thompson Earth Systems Institute TESI

Ocean Expert Exchange - Establishing and Managing Marine Protected Areas

Discover the process of establishing and managing marine protected areas, exploring key strategies and challenges in ocean conservation.

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

World Economic Forum

What My Record 102-Hour Saltwater Swim Taught Me About the Ocean

Discover how a record-breaking 102-hour swim from Corsica to Monaco reveals profound insights about human endurance and urgent ocean conservation challenges.

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

The Aspen Institute

Geopolitical Implications of Energy Transition and Ocean Conservation - Aspen Ideas: Climate Plenary 3/13/24

Explore diverse perspectives on climate action: storytelling, geopolitics, ocean conservation, and local leadership. Experts discuss innovative solutions and reflect on progress in addressing climate challenges.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 9 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Sustentabilidad Marina - Todos Somos el Océano

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Explorando la importancia de la sustentabilidad marina y nuestra conexión con el océano, esta charla destaca la investigación en tortugas, tiburones y delfines, enfatizando nuestra responsabilidad colectiva en la conservación marina.

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

Rybka Lubi Pływać - The Silent Tragedy of Marine Life

Poruszające wystąpienie o wpływie rybołówstwa na życie morskie. Doświadczona managerka dzieli się refleksjami na temat podwodnego horroru i marnotrawstwa w głębinach oceanów.

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