MASSIVE OPEN ONLINE COURSE

MOOC 1. Innovative methods for assessing marine ecosystem distribution

This is the first course of the pathway on sustainable marine ecosystems in the context of climate change.

  • Module 0. Introduction to the course
  • Module 1. Introduction to marine ecosystems
  • Module 2. Characterisation of marine ecosystems
  • Module 3. Functions, services and benefits of marine ecosystems
  • Module 4. Direct methods to characterise the distribution of ecosystems
  • Module 5. Indirect methods for characterising the distribution of ecosystems

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This MOOC provides a broad overview of the different methods of studying marine ecosystems, but focuses mainly on coastal areas. The main objective of the course is to provide students with an understanding of the most representative coastal ecosystems, their characteristics, functions and services, and the approaches currently used to analyse their distribution.

Modality

Open Itinerary – Online (4 MOOCs)

Start date

October 2023

Fee

Free courses and certificates

Language

Mainly in English with subtitles in English, Italian, Portuguese and Spanish

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THIS COURSE IS PART OF A TRAINING PATHWAY ON SUSTAINABLE MARINE ECOSYSTEMS.

Other courses belonging to the same pathway are:

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MOOC 2. Human activities and vulnerability of marine ecosystems

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MOOC 3. Nature-based solutions (SBN) as a proactive approach to conservation

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MOOC 4. Land-sea-ocean interactions: from coastal management to MSP