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

    1. Ecosystem Sensitivity to Climate Change (Forests, Grasslands, Riperian Ecosystems and Coral Reefs)

    2. pH & Ocean Acidification

    3. Ecosystem Sensitivity to CC (Spp migration & Distribution)

    4. Our Not Mine | A Protect the West Coast Film

    1. Social Impacts & Just Transition

    2. Greener Solutions for Climate Change

    3. Activism & Climate Change

    4. My Rights and Climate Change

About this course

  • Free
  • 39 lessons
  • 0.5 hours of video content

Instructor(s)

Senior Teacher Anzio Abels

Anzio is an experienced environmental educator and outreach specialist with the Two Oceans Aquarium Foundation, he currently serves as Outreach Educator and Technology Coordinator. Anzio holds a qualification in Biodiversity and Conservation Biology from the University of the Western Cape and has dedicated his career to marine conservation education and community engagement.

Head of Core Education Programmes Chanelle Thomas

Chanelle Thomas is an environmental educator with over 15 years of experience in nature conservation. She is passionate about sharing the wonders of nature with young people and creating opportunities for meaningful connections with the environment. Through engaging, hands-on learning experiences, she inspires curiosity, appreciation, and stewardship of the natural world.

Marine Sciences FET Subject 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.