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      American Museum of Natural History

      The Dynamic Earth: A Course for Educators

      Skills you'll gain: Physical Science, Environmental Science, General Science and Research, Risk Control, Biology, Scientific Methods, Geospatial Information and Technology

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      229 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Yale University

      Introduction to Religions & Ecology

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Science, Environment, International Relations, Social Justice, Cultural Diversity, Ethical Standards And Conduct, World History, Ancient History

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      59 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      American Museum of Natural History

      Our Earth's Future

      Skills you'll gain: Environment, Social Sciences, Environmental Policy, Scientific Methods, Water Resources, Mitigation, Environmental Science, Socioeconomics, Physical Science, Mathematical Modeling, Simulation and Simulation Software, Risk Control

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      813 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      American Museum of Natural History

      Evolution: A Course for Educators

      Skills you'll gain: Teaching, Instructional Strategies, Pedagogy, Anthropology, Biology, Environment, Curriculum Planning, Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Taxonomy, Data Collection

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      328 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Maryland, College Park

      The Effect of Fires on People, Property and the Environment

      Skills you'll gain: Fire And Life Safety, Health And Safety Standards, Safety Training, Accident Prevention, Environmental Issue, Environment, Environmental Science, Building Design, Property Maintenance, Risk Management, Emergency Response

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      573 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Case Western Reserve University

      Beyond Silicon Valley: Growing Entrepreneurship in Transitioning Economies

      Skills you'll gain: Philanthropy, Entrepreneurship, Mentorship, Entrepreneurial Finance, Fundraising, Economic Development, New Business Development, Business Development, Strategic Partnership, Growth Strategies, Innovation, Public Policies, Commercialization, Investments, Program Evaluation

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      127 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      EDHEC Business School

      Building Strategic Foresight Capabilities

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Strategic Thinking, Forecasting, Strategic Decision-Making, Systems Thinking, Organizational Effectiveness, Business Transformation, Complex Problem Solving, Business Strategy, Innovation, Trend Analysis, Creativity

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      231 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Politecnico di Milano

      New paradigms in wastewater management

      Skills you'll gain: Water Resources, Environmental Engineering, Waste Minimization, Energy and Utilities, Environmental Science, Environment and Resource Management, Pollution Prevention, Chemical Engineering, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Environmental Regulations

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      50 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Environmental Health: the Foundation of Global Public Health

      Skills you'll gain: Environment Health And Safety, Systems Thinking, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Environmental Policy, Environmental Laws, Health Policy, Environmental Regulations, Public Health, Environmental Science, Environmental Issue, Environmental Monitoring, Health Assessment, Pollution Prevention, Risk Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      104 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Arizona

      Biosphere 2 Science for the Future of Our Planet

      Skills you'll gain: Water Resources, Environment, Environmental Science, Biology, Life Sciences, Environmental Monitoring, Environmental Engineering, Emerging Technologies, Innovation, Research

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      143 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universitat de Barcelona

      Oceanografía: una clave para entender mejor nuestro mundo

      Skills you'll gain: Physical Science, Chemistry, Geospatial Information and Technology, Geographic Information Systems, Water Resources, Environment, Environmental Science, Scientific Methods, Spatial Analysis, Systems Of Measurement, Remote Access Systems

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      357 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Polar Peril

      Skills you'll gain: Environment, Mathematical Modeling, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Monitoring, Water Resources, Simulations, Scientific Methods, Physical Science

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular ecosystems courses

    • The Dynamic Earth: A Course for Educators: American Museum of Natural History
    • Introduction to Religions & Ecology: Yale University
    • Our Earth's Future: American Museum of Natural History
    • Evolution: A Course for Educators: American Museum of Natural History
    • The Effect of Fires on People, Property and the Environment: University of Maryland, College Park
    • Beyond Silicon Valley: Growing Entrepreneurship in Transitioning Economies: Case Western Reserve University
    • Building Strategic Foresight Capabilities: EDHEC Business School
    • New paradigms in wastewater management: Politecnico di Milano
    • Environmental Health: the Foundation of Global Public Health: University of Michigan
    • Biosphere 2 Science for the Future of Our Planet: University of Arizona

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