Conservation and sustainability

Introduction

Learning objectives

To understand how human processes interact to influence, and change landscapes, environments and the climate.

To understand the terms biodiversity and conservation.

To be able to evaluate the conservation needs of different species.

To understand the conflict that can exist between conservation and other stakeholders.

Students’ outcomes

To recognise the variety of different conservation measures available to conservationists.

To be able to argue a point given a certain role to play.

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Introduction

Learning objectives

Students’ outcomes

Resources in English

Conservation and sustainability

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Conservación y sostentabilidad

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