Course: Biodiversity Literacy - Online

Biodiversity is essential for healthy ecosystems, human well-being, and the stability of our planet. However, the world is facing a biodiversity crisis, driven by habitat loss, climate change, pollution, and other human activities, leading to widespread species decline.

This self-led course provides an in-depth understanding of biodiversity, its importance, and the urgent threats it faces. You will explore key conservation policies and global biodiversity goals, while looking at examples of conservation practices and community-led efforts intended to protect and restore nature. By the end of the course, you will be equipped with the knowledge to engage with biodiversity conservation and contribute to a more sustainable future.

What will be covered during this course?

This is a 1.5 hour self-led, online course covering three topics. Each topic will contain a number of self-led resources to work through at your own pace. The topics covered include:

• Introduction to biodiversity and its importance
• The biodiversity crisis
• Future steps and innovations

By the end of the course, you will be able to:

• Define biodiversity and explain its importance in maintaining healthy ecosystems and human well-being.
• Describe the biodiversity crisis, including its causes, consequences, and the key threats facing global and local biodiversity.
• Understand key policies and legislation aimed at protecting biodiversity, including international agreements and national conservation laws.
• Explore next steps and innovations in biodiversity conservation, including sustainable practices, and community-led initiatives.