SPP J51 - Protecting Endangered Species:Hawaiian Humpback Whale

Institution:

Albright College

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Description:

In this Interim course, you will study the biology and behavior of humpback whales while you directly observe and record their spectacular behaviors from a shore station and from boats in Maui. You will learn and apply the principles of field research design as you participate in an ongoing field study on the impact of boats on the behavior of the humpback whales. We will consider the causes and consequences of extinction of species and the environmental crisis and you will have the opportunity to get involved in the politics of protecting this endangered species. In addition to studying whale behavior and biology, you will be introduced to the field of Ecopsychology which studies the relationship between our psyches and the Earth, between human beings and the natural world. You will have the opportunity to renew and redefine your relationship with Nature.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.albright.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 921-2381

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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