New for spring ’09!
The Practice of Environmentalism: Science, Policy and Communication in the Field
An interdisciplinary course brought to you by the School of International Service, the School of Communication, and the College of Arts and Sciences.
Interdisciplinary approach.
Hands-on, project-based learning.
Field work in the Galapagos Islands and/or Alaska.
Taught by Profs. Simon Nicholson (SIS), Larry Engel (SOC), and Kiho Kim (CAS).
Information Session:
November 11
5pm
Hurst 208
Course Description:
This team-taught course will bring together students and faculty in environmental science, international politics and media production to forge an interdisciplinary approach to the study of environmental action. Students will spend the spring semester learning field research methods, policy analysis and documentary communication techniques. Each student will then, as part of an interdisciplinary team, produce a major media project focusing on a particular environmental challenge. Participants in the class will also participate in a two-week, one or three credit field component in the Galapagos Islands or Alaska to explore firsthand the challenges of promoting ecological sustainability in these unique
regions. The Galapagos trip will start in mid-May; the Alaska trip in early August (additional fees will apply).
Course will be listed on the spring schedule as SIS 596-008 / COMM 596-008 / ENVS 596-001. Students must apply to join the class – come to the info session to find out how to get an application.
Questions? Contact Rebecca Bellinger at rbellinger@american.edu.
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