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About the Course

The University of Alberta, the University of Tromso and the University of the Arctic invite you to explore this four week course that examines the environment and climate of the circumpolar North. This course is the result of an international collaboration and provides you with an insight into our planet's North. Following an overview of regional geography, we will focus on the cryosphere (ice), as well as the atmosphere and ocean of the region. We will learn why the Arctic is cold and ice covered, and how that impacts its climate and ecosystems. We will also consider how the Arctic is connected to the rest of the world. Finally, we will examine present day climate change, the processes driving it, and evidence for it in the Arctic, before looking at the implications in the rapidly evolving North. Watch a preview of the course here: https://uofa.ualberta.ca/courses/arctic-climate...

Top reviews

SL

Jan 31, 2022

It was a really interesting course and I learnt something knew as well, which wasn't covered in my University curriculum. I was happy to attend and complete this course from the beginning to the end.

DM

May 12, 2020

It was a really amazing and an informative course. If you are interested to know how things work in the Arctic region and how the climate varies in the Arctic, this is a must do course.

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By Haritha G

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Jan 21, 2018

Excellent course, enjoyed taking it thoroughly. Basics to concepts in depth explained very clearly and the maps and graphs displayed add to clarity and break monotony. Would recommend it to anyone who is interested in environment.

By Julia G

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Feb 16, 2016

An interesting, very well instructed MOOC! Very good lectures and excellent scripts. I also liked the many questions/quizzes that were embedded in the video lectures. If another MOOC was offered by the instructor, I would take it.

By Wally W

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Oct 11, 2021

I found this course very enlightening with respect to the impact of Climate Change on the Arctic; land sea and inhabitants. I now have a much greater appreciation for the difficulties and demands on the lives of the Inuit.

By Suzanne C

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Jan 22, 2020

Engaging and well formatted, and filled with information that honestly everyone should know. Also, the fact I could actually complete the entire course without having to pay for the certificate is very much appreciated!

By Dina L

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Apr 21, 2019

Me parece muy buena la selección del material que tiene el curso, da una idea concreta de la necesidad de evaluar nuestras acciones para evitar las acciones antropogénicas que favorecen el calentamiento global.

By Siana C

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Jan 21, 2018

This course successfully expanded my understanding of the impacts of human-caused climate change on the Arctic, and the world as a whole. I highly recommend this course for increasing your Geo-Literacy.

By Szasz L

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Feb 1, 2022

It was a really interesting course and I learnt something knew as well, which wasn't covered in my University curriculum. I was happy to attend and complete this course from the beginning to the end.

By vyjayanthi k

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Dec 12, 2021

This course was very informative. My knowledge of Arctic env was limited. This course has raised my curiosity to learn more about the economy and culture of Arctic people.

By Suzan H

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Feb 3, 2016

Very nicely put together and presented into a down to earth course about the Arctic and how climate change is affecting all species of life in the surrounding area.

By Redvers F C

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Jun 19, 2020

An absolutely fantastic course to study with great lecturers giving very interesting lectures that will have a profound effect. on all of our thought processes

By Julio P O

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Apr 6, 2020

Quite multidisciplinary and holistic vision of the Arctic: I truly recommend it !

PD: It would be great making more about other biomes/climatic areas/landscapes

By Alana B A

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Mar 20, 2023

It was very interesting but there are still things that I am not clear on. I also hate to think what is going to happen to the north in the coming years.

By Jacqueline K

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Sep 10, 2020

Very informative course. Great detail on weather patterns and ocean water movements that start in the Arctic - didn't know that before taking the course.

By Varun S

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Jul 1, 2019

Learnt the nuances of climate change and how human induced pollution can substantially alter the climate of a region that may have not contributed in it.

By Wendy B

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Jan 17, 2021

It was extremely interesting and I come away from the course with a new understanding and interest in the Article Climate. Thank you I learned a lot.

By NANDAN S

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Jun 6, 2020

Amazing course highlighting the crucial elements of the Arctic climate as well as the about the severe effects of climate change on Arctic region.

By Indra P

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Apr 28, 2022

Very nicely and clearly explained Arcitic Ecology. Congratulations and best wishes to coordinator, presenter and course developers.

By Ran T

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Feb 19, 2018

very interesting and thorough introductory course the the arctic system science, enjoyable though some exam questions are tricky :)

By Júnior C

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Jan 4, 2018

A great course to start studying about the Arctic. It's very important understanding climate changes and its global consequences.

By Charles D

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Feb 8, 2021

The narrator is a bit hard to listen , but the amount of information delivered is very substantial.

All in all vey good course.

By Paula S M P

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Oct 26, 2019

This course has the basic to understand different process and aspects about the Arctic and glaciers. I really enjoyed it!

By Shiena B

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Apr 26, 2021

Thank you very much! I learnt a lot from this course.Thank you for considering my financial aid appeal letter.

By Brian S

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Oct 19, 2020

Excellent way to bring awareness to a critical & controversial topic. Too bad we don't get a certificate.

By Mark

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Mar 15, 2017

Excellent initial overview course for people without a knowledge of the Arctic or Environmental Science.

By Quadri O

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Dec 26, 2023

This course made me have more understanding of the phenomenon of the circumpolar north of the arctic