Plate Tectonics Courses and Certifications

AGU

Continental Rifts and Passive Margins - Geology, Geophysics, and Geodynamics - 2017

Explore geological processes shaping continental rifts and passive margins through expert presentations on geophysics, geodynamics, and cutting-edge research findings.

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

AGU

Physical and Chemical State of Subducting Slabs and Slab-Mantle Interface - Fall Meeting 2011

Explore the complex dynamics of subducting slabs and their interaction with the mantle, focusing on forearc and subarc regions. Gain insights into cutting-edge research in geodynamics and plate tectonics.

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

AGU

Physical and Chemical State of Subducting Slabs and Slab-Mantle Interface - Forearc, Subarc, and Beyond

Explore the complex dynamics of subducting slabs and slab-mantle interactions in this comprehensive session, covering forearc, subarc, and beyond regions.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 49 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Nick Zentner

Slab Window Development in the Pacific Northwest - A Geological Demonstration

Discover how tectonic plate interactions create slab windows in the Pacific Northwest through an engaging demonstration of geological processes and their regional impact.

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

The Royal Institution

Secrets of the Deep - Exploring Our Continents and Oceans - Lecture 2

Explore how continents and oceans constantly reshape our planet through plate tectonics, revealing Earth's dynamic geological history and modern satellite measurements.

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

Kiersti Ford

Convergent Plate Boundaries - What Happens When Plates Clash and Collide

Discover what happens when tectonic plates clash and collide at convergent boundaries in this geology lecture exploring plate collision dynamics.

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

Geology: Earth Science for Everyone

6 ratings

This is the ultimate geology crash-course, you'll learn about the magic of Earth's inner workings concisely and easily.

• Udemy
• 2 hours 40 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

GEO GIRL

More Times Plate Tectonics Caused Major Climate Events - GEO GIRL

Explore 5 major climate events caused by plate tectonics, including the formation and closure of ocean basins, continental collisions, and the onset of the modern Ice Age.

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

Planet Earth...and You!

5 ratings

Explore Earth's dynamic processes, from earthquakes and volcanoes to plate tectonics and resource formation. Gain geological insights into our planet's past, present, and future challenges.

• Coursera
• 42 hours
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

GEO GIRL

Times Plate Tectonics Caused Global Climate Change - GEO GIRL

Explore five major climate change events caused by plate tectonics, from Rodinia's breakup to Pangea's formation and dissolution, revealing Earth's dynamic history and its impact on global climate.

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

GEO GIRL

Earth's Unique Relationship Between Plate Tectonics and Life

Explore the intriguing connection between plate tectonics and life on Earth, examining their origins, mutual influences, and potential implications for extraterrestrial life.

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

AGU

Plate Tectonics - The Theory That Changed Earth Science

Explore the revolutionary theory of plate tectonics with scientist Xavier Le Pichon, who recounts his experiences during the discovery of mid-ocean ridges and the development of seafloor spreading concepts.

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

Nick Zentner

Franciscan Complex Ideas - New Perspectives on California Geology and Plate Tectonics

Discover new geological insights into California's Franciscan Complex, Farallon Plate dynamics, and Caribbean Plate interactions from Utrecht University's leading geology professor.

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

Sven Holbik

Plate Tectonics

Explore Earth's dynamic crust through plate tectonics, examining continental drift evidence, seafloor spreading, and various plate boundaries. Discover how these processes shape our planet's surface and influence geological phenomena.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 7 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Sven Holbik

Plate Tectonics

Explore Earth's dynamic structure through plate tectonics, examining continental drift, plate boundaries, and the forces driving global geological processes.

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