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About the Course

Ecosystem services are a way of thinking about – and evaluating – the goods and services provided by nature that contribute to the well-being of humans. This MOOC will cover scientific (technical), economic, and socio-political dimensions of the concept through a mix of theory, case-studies, interviews with specialists and a serious-game. By the end of this course, our aim is to enable you to: • define the concept of ecosystem services, its principles and limitations • understand the key services associated with any ressource (e.g., fresh water) through readings and case-studies • appreciate the advantages and potential risks of monetising ecosystem services • appreciate the social dimensions (power issues, cultural biases) embedded within any method • integrate tactical advice on mainstreaming this approach into policy and standard government practices • Optional: learn how to map ecosystem services with GIS tools The session that runs May 29th- July 10th will be actively monitored by the instructors, and learners will have the opportunity to ask questions. This course was developed by instructors from the University of Geneva with the help of numerous researchers and input from the Geneva Water Hub and the Natural Capital Project. The course was financed by the University of Geneva, the Global Programme Water Initiatives of the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC), and the Luc Hoffmann Institute. This MOOC is supported by the Geneva Water Hub and the University of Geneva along with the MOOC in « Water Resources Management and Policy » (www.coursera.org/learn/water-management) and the one in « International Water Law » (www.coursera.org/learn/droit-eau). We look forward to you joining us!...

Top reviews

LA

Jan 7, 2020

The concepts introduced in this course will be extremely useful in my work when trying to communicate the value of ecosystem services to decision-makers.

IS

Feb 28, 2021

That's a great course. Not only introducing the approach, but providing us with different pro and cons of the method. And it gives a lot to critical thinking on the topic. I found it really helpful

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By vijaydilipraj

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Jun 25, 2017

EXCELLENT COURSE MODULES WHICH IS EXPLAINED IN A COMMON MAN'S EASY TO UNDERSTAND LANGUAGE. !!

By Silvia S

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Feb 15, 2021

A course with an excellent level also for those who already know the basics of the concept.

By José G G G

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May 9, 2020

Congratulations!!! It was a very good MOOC! I enjoyed and learned a lot, thanks for all!

By ELIAS P N

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Feb 21, 2021

Thank you Coursera and DOST CARAGA for this once in a lifetime opportunity of learning!

By Ed K

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Aug 4, 2020

Excellent course. I particularly enjoyed the case studies and roundtable discussions.

By Nicolás T

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Sep 27, 2019

Gran calidad de información y una continua invitación a alternativas de desarrollo

By Deepak R

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Sep 20, 2019

Took almost six months to complete but it was exciting and knowledgeous journey.

By Phoukhong P

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Jan 3, 2019

Not so many people in this course for the evaluation of peer review assignments.

By Udai R G

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Oct 20, 2019

Excellent course content and format. Very good course instructor and teachers.

By Soumya S

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Sep 29, 2019

Very interesting , and i have learned a lot of things , thank you coursera

By Reham Z

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May 28, 2020

the course was useful I learned a lot about biodiversity and its conditions

By Duisengalyiev A R

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Jan 15, 2021

A very good and useful cours! I`m so glad to succesfully finish the cours!

By Mark S

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Jul 30, 2017

Excellent course that serves as an excellent primer on Ecosystem Services.

By Diego A G C

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Jun 27, 2019

thanks for the information, !!!1 and the new ideas for another projects

By Maria T M C

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Mar 10, 2022

It was excelent, with many point of vieww and an actualized integration

By Anupama C

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Jun 17, 2019

It is an intense course, but with a very satisfactory learning outcome.

By Matt M

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Nov 26, 2020

I think it covered the topic is thorough detail and at the right pace.

By Suwarkka Y

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Aug 3, 2020

An excellent way of organizing study materials. Thank you so much all.

By Sandrine S

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Nov 26, 2024

Great Introduktion and overview regarding Ecosystem Services approach

By Juan F C A

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Jul 8, 2019

Really comprehensive and detailed course with real life case studies.

By Andrés S

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Apr 12, 2020

great course!!! specially the treatment of different aspects of ES.

By Larihun J

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Apr 15, 2020

Love this course. Very detailed theories but need more practicals.

By Daniel E C

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Oct 15, 2019

Very interesting argument taught in a dynamic and interactive way!

By FAJAR A P

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Nov 10, 2023

sangat memberi pandangan baru tentang lingkungan dan integrasinya

By Bruno d N

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Oct 8, 2019

Great course, many experts great insights, really opened my mind.