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Collapse ▲An online course providing a foundation for understanding the biodiversity and ecology of North Carolina.
Purpose and Description
Increasing urbanization, habitat loss, climate change, invasive species, water pollution, and other factors threaten the function and viability of ecosystems across North Carolina. Improving residents’ understanding of their natural environment is critical to its protection and enhancement.
North Carolina Cooperative Extension, in conjunction with other government agencies and universities, presents a 14-week, online webinar series open to anyone interested in learning about the biodiversity, ecosystems, and conservation efforts in North Carolina.
Goals and Objectives of the Program
- Enhance environmental literacy among participants through theoretical and applied approaches.
- Increase participant knowledge of essential ecological and biological processes and their impacts on human and environmental health.
- Participants will have a better understanding of ecosystem connectivity and balance.
- Connect participants with local resources and volunteer opportunities in order to engage in local, regional, and statewide activism.
Target Audience
All that have an interest in learning about and conserving the biodiversity of North Carolina are welcome.
Webinar Schedule
Click on the topic title of the class for more information.
All webinars are held 6–8 p.m. on the given date.
| Webinar | Date (2021) |
|---|---|
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Introduction to the Backyard Naturalist Program Sam Marshall & Matt Jones, N.C. Cooperative Extension – Haywood & Chatham County Centers Corey Davis, NC Climate Office |
Sep. 15 |
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Dr. Jeana Myers, N.C. Cooperative Extension – Wake County Center |
Sep. 22 |
| Botany: Plant Systematics, Anatomy, and Physiology Matt Jones, N.C. Cooperative Extension – Chatham County Center | Sep. 29 |
| Mycology Dr. John Walker, Appalachian State University |
Oct. 6 |
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An Introduction to Ecology and Ecosystem Concepts Dr. Ashley Troth, N.C. Cooperative Extension – Durham County Center |
Oct. 13 |
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Amy Mead, N.C. Cooperative Extension – Brunswick County Center |
Oct. 20 |
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Dr. Matt Bertone, NC State University |
Oct. 27 |
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Plant Communities of North Carolina Dr. Robert K. Peet, UNC Chapel Hill |
Nov. 3 |
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Insect Ecology and Plant-Insect Interactions Sam Marshall, N.C. Cooperative Extension – Haywood County Center |
Nov. 10 |
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Becky Skiba, NC Wildlife Resources Commission |
Nov. 17 |
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All Things Birds: The Basics of Their Biology, Identification, Conservation, and Migration Research John Gerwin, N.C. Museum of Natural Sciences |
Dec. 1 |
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Climate Change: What’s Happening and Why it Matters for NC Nature Dr. Walt Robinson, NC State University |
Dec. 8 |
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Dr. Zachary Long, UNC Wilmington |
Dec. 15 |
Registration
Register for the 13-week course on Eventbrite.
After registering, an email with a Zoom link and password will be sent prior to each week’s lecture.
For families, households, or groups, one registrant may register multiple participants at once. If more than one person is watching at a single location, input their names so that we can more accurately document participation. If more than five are watching from one registration, email Matt Jones with the demographic information of the participants.
Fees
The entire series, including webinar recordings, costs $30 to register.
Continuation Education Credits
North Carolina Environmental Education Continuing Education credits will be offered.
How to View Online
The course will be conducted as a live webinar via Zoom. See this link for Zoom system requirements.
Participating Agencies
For questions, contact Matt Jones or Sam Marshall.