Intro to the Arctic
In this course you will first learn about the Arctic as a geographic region, the peoples the Arctic, and the long history of Arctic settlement and exploration. Attention then turns to key features of the Arctic environment – its climate and weather, features of the ocean, sea ice, lands and the Greenland Ice Sheet, and some of the rapid changes being observed. Learning Objectives: Appreciate the long history of the Arctic and its peoples. Recognize and recall the physical geography of the Arctic, including major features of the Arctic Ocean and Arctic lands.
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- Level Foundation
- المدة 7 ساعات hours
- الطبع بواسطة University of Colorado Boulder
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In this course you will first learn about the Arctic as a geographic region, the peoples the Arctic, and the long history of Arctic settlement and exploration. Attention then turns to key features of the Arctic environment – its climate and weather, features of the ocean, sea ice, lands and the Greenland Ice Sheet, and some of the rapid changes being observed. Learning Objectives: Appreciate the long history of the Arctic and its peoples. Recognize and recall the physical geography of the Arctic, including major features of the Arctic Ocean and Arctic lands. Describe the key climate and environmental elements of the Arctic, including its sea ice cover, patterns of temperature, precipitation, snow cover, land ice, permafrost and vegetation, the physical processes giving rise to these features, and how they are changing.الوحدات
Course Overview
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1
Videos
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1
Readings
1
Videos
- The Arctic as a System: Course Overview
1
Readings
- CIRES on Coursera
Lectures
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4
Videos
4
Videos
- The Arctic as a Geographic Region
- The Rapidly Changing Arctic
- Building our Knowledge-Early Explorations and Events
- Building our Knowledge-Cold War to the Modern Era
Week 1 Assessment
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Introduction to the Arctic
Discussion Forums
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1
Discussion
1
Discussions
- A Little About Yourself
Lectures
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4
Videos
4
Videos
- Solar Energy, Polar Nights, and the Midnight Sun
- Temperature - Regional and Seasonal Variations
- Precipitation - Regional and Seasonal Variations
- Clouds and Cloud Radiative Effects
Week 2 Assessment
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Arctic Climate Basics
Lectures
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4
Videos
4
Videos
- Arctic Ocean Basics
- Sea Ice Melt & Growth
- Sea Ice Deformation
- Sea Ice & Ocean Circulation
Week 3 Assessment
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- The Arctic Ocean
Lectures on The Arctic Lands
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4
Videos
4
Videos
- The Greenland Ice Sheet
- Tundra & Boreal Forest
- River Systems
- Permafrost-Characteristics and Distribution
Week 4 Assessment
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- The Arctic Lands
Lectures
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4
Videos
4
Videos
- Arctic Weather
- Role of the Arctic in the Large-Scale Circulation
- Atmospheric Teleconnections
- Arctic Energy Budget
Week 5 Assessment
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Week 5 Quiz
Auto Summary
Discover the fascinating world of the Arctic with Coursera's "Intro to the Arctic" course. This comprehensive foundation-level course delves into the Arctic as a unique geographic region, exploring the rich history and diverse cultures of its peoples, as well as the extensive history of Arctic exploration and settlement. Gain a deep understanding of the Arctic environment, examining its distinctive climate, weather patterns, oceanic features, sea ice, and the Greenland Ice Sheet. Learn about the rapid environmental changes currently impacting this region. The course also covers the physical geography of the Arctic, including major features of the Arctic Ocean and surrounding lands. Through this engaging and informative course, learners will be able to appreciate the long history of the Arctic, recognize key physical and environmental elements, and understand the processes driving these features and their changes. Ideal for anyone interested in science and engineering, this 420-minute course offers a flexible learning experience through Coursera's Starter subscription. Embark on this educational journey to explore one of the Earth's most intriguing and dynamic regions.
Mark C. Serreze