Course curriculum

    1. Welcome

    2. How to use the online learning platform

    3. Pre-Course Evaluation

    4. WhatsApp Group for Notices

    5. Presidential Climate Commission (PCC) Webinar

    1. The Ocean and Us

    2. Importance of the Oceans (Biodiversity & Ecosystems)

    3. Biodiversity

    4. Human Reliance on the Oceans (Ecosystem Services & Food Sources)

    5. Group Posters

    6. Marine Protected Areas

    7. Ocean-Atmosphere Relationship (Weather & Climate)

    8. The Greenhouse Effect and our Planet

    9. The Gulf Stream Explained

    10. What are F-Gasses

    11. Homework: Climate Change Survey/Questionaire

    12. Which Greenhouse Gas is Actually the WORST? | Hot Mess 🌎

    1. Understanding Fossil Fuels, Their Uses, and Carbon Footprints

    2. Fossil Fuels 101

    3. The Carbon Footprint

    4. The Best Ways to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint

    5. Ecological Footprint Calculator

    6. Renewable Energy

    7. Renewable Energy 101

    8. Wind Power 101

    9. Hydropower 101

    10. Solar Photovoltaics 101

    11. The Role and Purpose of Climate Modelling

    12. Overview & Introduction | En-ROADS Climate Solutions Simulator

    13. En-Roads: Interactive Climate Solutions Simulator

    14. Climate Action Simulation | Role-playing Workshop Resources

About this course

  • Free
  • 31 lessons
  • 0.5 hours of video content

Instructor(s)

Senior Teacher Anzio Abels

Meet Anzio Abels, the course coordinator for our Smart Living & Marine Sciences Explorer courses, but also an outreach teacher, tech wiz and all-round helpful guy. He studied Biodiversity and Conservation Biology at the University of the Western Cape, with electives in Environmental and Water Sciences. He has a keen interest in the natural world and the human-nature interaction, with a focus on conservation and environmental awareness.

Head of Core Education Programmes Chanelle Naidoo

I am a teacher at the Two Oceans Aquarium Education Foundation. I studied environmental and geographical science and sociology in my undergrad, and Geography in my postgrad. I totally love learning and love sharing all the weird and wonderful things about our beautiful natural world.

FET Teacher Whitney Samuels-Hoffmeister

As an aquarium educator, I bring a unique passion for FET education to the forefront. My academic journey began with a focused exploration of Oceanography during my undergraduate studies, paving the way for a master’s degree in marine science with a specialized focus on Ecotoxicology. My love for continual learning is not only a personal commitment but a driving force behind my dedication to sharing profound insights about our oceans. Through my role as an aquarium teacher, I strive to inspire and inform, fostering a deeper understanding of the intricate ecosystems that make our marine environments so fascinating. Whether it's unveiling the wonders of marine life or delving into the complexities of the ocean, I am passionate about empowering others with knowledge and fostering a sense of responsibility towards the well-being of our oceans.