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Learner Reviews & Feedback for Mountains 101 by University of Alberta

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About the Course

Mountains 101­­ is a broad and integrated overview of the mountain world. This 12-lesson course covers an interdisciplinary field of study focusing on the physical, biological, and human dimensions of mountain places in Alberta, Canada, and around the world. Specifically, we'll study the geological origins of mountains, how they’re built-up and worn-down over time; we’ll learn about their importance for biodiversity and water cycles, globally and locally; we’ll explore their cultural significance to societies around the globe, and how that relationship has evolved over time; and we’ll learn how mountains are used, how they’re protected, and how today they’re experiencing rapid change in a warming climate. At the end of each lesson, Mountains 101 will also provide learners with some smart tricks -- Tech Tips -- to safely enjoy time in the high alpine environment: from how to pick the best footwear for hiking to making smart decisions in avalanche terrain. We’ll be delivering your online lessons from valley bottoms to mountaintops, from museums and labs, to alpine huts and other spectacular alpine sites, and we’ll do so with the help of a whole host of experts. We invite you to join us for this online adventure! The mountains are calling......

Top reviews

GV

Oct 22, 2022

It was a wonderful lerning experience for me. The content was great, the videos and lessessons were very enjoyable and enlightening. Bravo to the teams who created this couse, well done and thank you.

DA

Feb 11, 2021

Great fun, I really enjoyed this course. Sometimes the dialogue was somewhat repetitive but overall you can see a lot of effort went into finding experts and giving quality, accompanying video clips.

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By Kathryn D

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Jan 13, 2021

Really useful level of detail on many aspects of mountains, not just geology but biodiversity, climate, and more.

By Jennifer S

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May 4, 2020

Very educational and interesting information, along with beautiful images and knowledgeable teachers. Thank you!!

By Indra P

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Sep 7, 2022

Very informative course on different aspects of mountains explained in simple way with good support of visuals.

By Dimitris S

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Feb 3, 2022

Well structured course, multidisciplinary with deep insights and many guest scientists offering their knowledge.

By Jordan

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Jul 7, 2021

Loved every second of it! lots of great information, taught by some very knowledgable people! highly recommend!

By Michael G

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Apr 13, 2017

The best online course that I've ever took! Thank you Dr. Robinson and Dr. Hik for making this course available!

By Nicole F

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Apr 10, 2017

Thoroughly enjoyed this course. The dedicated instructors emanate their love for our planet and its environment.

By Edward J H

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Oct 13, 2021

Great overview of mountains, narrated professionally by academics, who I think must have practiced quite a bit!

By Peter S

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Mar 28, 2021

Wonderful course! I recommend that anyone with an interest in mountains and the environment take this course.

By Lydia H

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Jun 25, 2020

Full of beautiful and impresing images, exemples, illustrations and conversations with specialists. Loved it!!!

By George N

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Oct 17, 2021

Excellent course!i really enjoyed it! It helped understand better and respect even more the amazing mountains.

By Kianee F

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Jun 11, 2020

Really enjoyed this course. Learnt a lot about different mountain aspects. Well taught and interesting content

By George G S

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Oct 17, 2017

Such a great presentation. I went straight through the entire course in two long evenings. Truly outstanding.

By LaVerne M

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Nov 5, 2020

I thought that this course was excellent. I learned lots about the mountains in my backyard here is Alberta

By Donalda B

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Apr 27, 2020

I thoroughly enjoyed this course. The content was interesting and the activities enhanced the course content.

By Debra S

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Apr 8, 2017

I thoroughly enjoyed the course, Thanks!

I would enjoy any recommendations you might have for further courses!

By Patricia C

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Apr 8, 2021

Found this course to be broad, comprehensive, insightful, interesting, challenging and beautiful. Loved it!

By Spike B

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Aug 12, 2020

The course covers a vast categories of topics related to mountains while keeping the content not dry at all.

By Stefan V

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Feb 22, 2017

A very nice course for people who are clueless about mountains. It made me appreciate them more than before.

By ANGIE S F D

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Aug 28, 2020

excelente curso muy interdiciplinar, y esto hace que sea muy nutrido y con una amplia gama de perspectivas.

By Sammy L

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Sep 17, 2022

A comprehensive and interesting course on various aspects of mountain. Many thanks to the production team.

By Pamela C

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Sep 29, 2020

An excellent course with a breadth of knowledge about so many concepts related to mountains. Just awesome!

By Melissa J

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Jul 1, 2020

The course was well taught, well-organized and covered all issues very well. I learned a lot! Thank you.

By ARUN P D

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Jan 14, 2024

Truly comprehensive introduction of mountains and their place in past, present and fuuture of the earth.

By Thomas C

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Nov 22, 2023

Great course, lots of interesting aspects of mountains are analyzed in an accessible and engaging manner.