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Introduction to Environmental Science (ENV101_MH) OOSL-0055 (v.1)
Issued by
StraighterLine
The course provides students with a comprehensive overview of basic principles and concepts of environmental science. Topics include environmental ethics and justice; risk, economics, and sustainable development; interrelated scientific principles; interactions of environments and organisms; ecosystems; population characteristics and issues; energy and civilization; sources and patterns of consumption; issues in biodiversity, land and soil, water, air, and waste; and regulations and policies.
- Type Validation
- Level Foundational
- Time Months
- Cost Paid
Earning Criteria
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The methods of instruction include audio visual materials, practical exercises, lectures, multimedia online lesson presentations, practice problems and exercises, review activities, reading assignments, and access to up to 10 hours of tutoring.
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The methods of evaluation are quizzes and examinations with a minimum passing score of 70 percent.