Course Goals and Structure
Course Goals
Essential to preparing ourselves for the 21st century is an increased environmental
literacy among the general college-educated population. Students in this class will
develop an understanding of some of the basic scientific concepts and methods necessary
for an educated assessment of environmental issues.
Course Structure
We will be using cooperative learning. Evidence shows that we learn best by teaching
each other and the vast majority of modern-day professional work is done cooperatively.
During the first week, you will choose a 3-person team; you and your teammates will
work together in lab, and generally help each other learn the material. As in the
real world, your teammates will be counting on you, so come to class prepared. Keep
up on the reading and homework and bring study material and your notebook to all lectures
and labs.
