This eLearning course book is designed to complement our online Carbon Literacy training, providing additional learning during and after you complete the course.
You will have access to the course book after completion of the course and we encourage you to dip in and out as needed.
Carbon Literacy is:
“An awareness of the carbon dioxide costs and impacts of everyday activities and the ability and motivation to reduce emissions on an individual, community and organisational basis.”
The course timetable
Duration
Across one week
Facilitated Sessions
Tuesday and Thursday Two 3 hour sessions
Self Directed Learning
To support online sessions Minimum 2 hours recommended
Certification
Subject to successful completion
Planning for a Successful Learning Experience
The course includes two online facilitated sessions with your course-tutor and fellow students. These sessions are essential to achieving your certification as well as providing a valuable opportunity to reflect on your learning and explore each topic in more depth.
To participate in the online facilitated sessions you need access to a computer or tablet with a mic (video camera optional) as well as access to Zoom video conferencing.
We recommend a minimum of 2 hours of self-directed learning, including time to read articles, watch videos.
Checklist
Access to Zoom or Teams
Access to a computer with a mic (camera optional)
Participate in virtual lessons on Tuesday and Thursday
Schedule time to complete your evidence form
Schedule time for self-directed learning
You can explore the course below, and see what content is featured.
Learn about the links between human activity and ecosystem disruption and develop the knowledge to enable you and your organisation to take action for nature recovery.
Nature Wise is a science-based, action-focused course to help participants understand the relationships between people and natural systems. It shares knowledge, builds understanding and provide the tools to motivate and catalyse action.
The course
Duration
Two sessions in one week 4.5 hours total
Facilitated Sessions
Tuesday Thursday
Self Directed Learning
Optional further learning
Certification
Subject to completion of the course
Learning Outcomes
During the course you will learn about:
How ecosystems and species function, and the relationships between them
About the essential role nature plays in providing us with services and materials
How the natural world is changing and the threats it faces, what protections are in place, and how you can use these to influence decision-makers
What you can do to protect and restore nature – either on your own or as part of a group
How to motivate and inspire others to act
Who is this Course for?
Individuals will learn about the links between human activity and ecosystem disruption and develop the knowledge to enable action for nature recovery.
This course is available to any member of a voluntary organisation or community group in Wales (staff and volunteers). We are particularly keen to hear from non-environmental organisations.
Planning for a Successful Learning Experience
You will need access to computer with the internet to attend and participate in the online facilitated sessions.
This is an interactive course where you will be encouraged to participate verbally or in the chat messaging box.
The course includes two virtual sessions with your course-tutor(s) and fellow students. These sessions are essential to achieving your certification as well as providing a valuable opportunity to reflect on your learning and explore each topic in more depth.
To participate in the online facilitated sessions you will need access to a computer or tablet with a mic and camera as well as access to Zoom video conferencing or Microsoft Teams.
Checklist
Access to a computer with a mic (camera preferable)
Access to Zoom or Teams
Availability to attend and participate in both virtual lessons
You can explore the course below, and see what content is featured.
“An awareness of the carbon dioxide costs and impacts of everyday activities and the ability and motivation to reduce emissions on an individual, community and organisational basis.”
The course
Duration
Across one week
Facilitated Sessions
Tuesday and Thursday 4 hours
Self Directed Learning
Pre-course 1-2 hours During 3-4 hours
Certification
Subject to successful completion
Planning for a Successful Learning Experience
We recommend a minimum of 4 hours of self-directed learning, including time to read articles, watch videos and complete assignments.
The course includes three virtual sessions with your course-tutor and fellow students. These sessions are essential to achieving your certification as well as providing a valuable opportunity to reflect on your learning and explore each topic in more depth.
To participate in the online facilitated sessions you need access to a computer or tablet with a mic (video camera optional) as well as access to Zoom video conferencing.
Checklist
Schedule time for self-directed learning
Participate in virtual lessons on Monday and Thursday
Access to a computer with a mic (camera optional)
Access to Zoom
You can explore the course below, and see what content is featured.