In this [course_title], you will get an introduction to polar environments and the biology of aquatic and terrestrial organisms adapted to live in the Arctic and Antarctic. Similarities and differences between the poles as well as anthropogenic impacts on these remote environments will be addressed. You will learn how organisms of the Polar Regions are evolutionarily adapted to cold terrestrial or marine habitats with strong seasonality.
Assessment
This course does not involve any written exams. Students need to answer 5 assignment questions to complete the course, the answers will be in the form of written work in pdf or word. Students can write the answers in their own time. Each answer needs to be 200 words (1 Page). Once the answers are submitted, the tutor will check and assess the work.
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Course Credit: Open Learn
Course Curriculum
Introduction | 00:05:00 | ||
Polar biology | 00:20:00 | ||
Environmental regulation of physiological processes | 00:20:00 | ||
Natural feasting and fasting | 00:20:00 | ||
Thermal insulation | 00:20:00 | ||
Polar ectotherms | 00:20:00 | ||
Conclusion | 00:05:00 | ||
Assessment | |||
Submit Your Assignment | 00:00:00 | ||
Certification | 00:00:00 |
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