University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
People, Policy & Wetlands: Social Dimensions of Conservation Specialization
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

People, Policy & Wetlands: Social Dimensions of Conservation Specialization

Navigate Wetland Policy, Conservation, and Impact. Explore the intersection of policy, conservation, and human impact to develop effective strategies for wetland protection and management.

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Intermediate level
Some related experience required
1 month
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Analyze local, national, and global wetland policies to understand their impact on conservation efforts.

  • Assess human influences on wetland ecosystems and develop strategies to mitigate negative effects.

  • Apply interdisciplinary approaches to balance ecological preservation with social and economic considerations in wetland management.

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March 2025

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Specialization - 3 course series

What you'll learn

  • How current U.S. laws and regulations govern human impacts on wetlands.

  • The impact that human activities have on wetland ecosystem services and functions.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Conservation & Restoration
Category: Ecological Restoration
Category: Ecosystem Management
Category: Human Impacts on Wetlands
Category: Wetland Law and Regulation

What you'll learn

  • Contrast federal, state, and local regulatory roles in wetland conservation, focusing on CWA and WOTUS.

  • Analyze international conservation laws and conventions, including Ramsar, and their link to sustainability.

  • Evaluate wetland management factors, community participation, and resilience strategies against climate change.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Policy
Category: policy
Category: Environmental Governance

What you'll learn

  • Analyze the social, political, & cultural factors that influence wetland conservation, including the roles of stakeholders, policy, & governance.

  • Evaluate strategies for equitable and culturally sensitive stakeholder engagement in wetland management.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Stakeholder Engagement
Category: Critical Thinking
Category: Applied Research and Communication
Category: Environmental Decision Making
Category: Environmental Policy Analysis

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Caitlin Bloomer, Ph.D.
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
5 Courses266 learners

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