Changing Weather and Climate in the Great Lakes Region Massive Open Online Course (MOOC)
UW-Madison, Milwaukee Public Library and 20 other public libraries around Wisconsin have joined forces to deliver a FREE Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) on the topic of Changing Weather and Climate in the Great Lakes Region.
The MOOC runs Feb. 23 - March 31, 2015. Over the course of four weeks participants who take the MOOC will learn about the four seasons through short lectures and activities covering Great Lakes weather, observed changes in the climate and societal impacts of climate change.
How do I register for the Changing Weather and Climate MOOC?
It's easy! Simply click the following link and select "Join."
MOOC registration link: https://www.coursera.org/course/greatlakesclimate
Upcoming Events:
Kick-Off Event! Changing Weather and Climate of the Great Lakes Region MOOC
Saturday, February 21, 2015 2-3pm. Central Library, Mozart's Grove
At the event:
Learn about MOOCs
Register for the Changing Weather and Climate MOOC
Discover local environmental groups
Explore Central Library’s Green Ideas collection
Weekly Changing Weather and Climate Discussions with Bart Adrian
Meet with fellow MOOC attendees to discuss weekly topics. Discussions will be held the following dates and times. No individual registration required.
February 28, 2-3:30 p.m. Central Library, Community Room 1
March 7, 2-3:30 p.m. East Branch, Ellipse Community Room
March 14, 2-3:30 p.m. Central Library, Community Room 1
March 21, 2-3:30 p.m. East Branch, Ellipse Community Room 1
Questions? Contact our Ready Reference department at: 414-286-3011
FAQ
What is a MOOC?
MOOCs are unique online learning experiences that allow people from around the globe and Wisconsin to participate in a non-credit learning experience. Participants sign up for free online and watch videos and participate in discussion forums. They can participate in a MOOC no matter where they are located, as long as they have an Internet connection.
Learn more here: https://moocs.wisc.edu