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Arctic Economy
  • Level Foundation
  • Duration 6 hours
  • Course by University of Alberta
  • Offered by

About

Arctic communities have diverse histories and roles in local, regional and global economies. However, the scope and scale of globalization has increased so quickly that vulnerable Arctic communities are facing new kinds of challenges to their survival. In this 3-week MOOC, a unique collaboration between the University of Alberta and UiT The Arctic University of Norway, you will investigate the challenges faced by Indigenous, North American, Russian and Nordic Arctic communities in a modern world. So join us as we venture above the 60th parallel North, and explore how these fascinating communities adjust to change while maintaining their ways of life, socio-economic histories, and cultural traditions.

Modules

Globalization and Sustainable Arctic Economies Part 1

    • 2 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Practice Quiz

2 Videos

  • Globalization and Sustainable Arctic Economies I
  • Globalization and Sustainable Arctic Economies II

1 Readings

  • Practice Quiz Intro

Globalization and Sustainable Arctic Economies Part 2

    • 2 Videos
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2 Videos

  • Globalization and Sustainable Arctic Economies III
  • Globalization and Sustainable Arctic Economies IV

Globalization and Sustainable Arctic Economies Part 3

    • 2 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
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1 Discussions

  • Module 1 Discussion Prompt

2 Videos

  • Globalization and Sustainable Arctic Economies V
  • Globalization and Sustainable Arctic Economies VI

1 Readings

  • Swimming Away: Arctic Fisheries and International Cooperation

Module 1 Review

    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Module 1 Quiz

Local and Regional Economies Part 1

    • 2 Videos
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2 Videos

  • Local and Regional Economies I
  • Local and Regional Economies II

Local and Regional Economies Part 2

    • 2 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
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1 Discussions

  • Module 2 Discussion Prompt

2 Videos

  • Local and Regional Economies III
  • Local and Regional Economies IV

1 Readings

  • The Weight of History in the Arctic

Module 2 Review

    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Module 2 Quiz

History of Globalization in the Arctic Part 1

    • 2 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
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1 Discussions

  • Module 3 Discussion Prompt

2 Videos

  • History of Globalization in the Arctic I
  • History of Globalization in the Arctic II

1 Readings

  • Busting the Myth of Arctic Oil

History of Globalization in the Arctic Part 2

    • 2 Videos
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2 Videos

  • History of Globalization in the Arctic III
  • History of Globalization in the Arctic IV

Module 3 Review

    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Module 3 Quiz

Final Thoughts

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Outro Quiz

1 Videos

  • What next for the Arctic?

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Explore the challenges and resilience of Arctic communities in the face of rapid globalization with the "Arctic Economy" course. This 3-week MOOC, a collaboration between the University of Alberta and UiT The Arctic University of Norway, delves into the socio-economic histories and cultural traditions of Indigenous, North American, Russian, and Nordic Arctic communities. Ideal for beginners in Business & Management, the course offers flexible subscription options, including Starter and Professional levels. Join now on Coursera and gain valuable insights into these unique and evolving economies.

Brenda Parlee
Instructors

Brenda Parlee

Rasmus Gjedssø Bertelsen
Instructors

Rasmus Gjedssø Bertelsen