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University students MOOC
Cultivating curiosity: the wonders of soils
Soils are everywhere. But how much do we really see? Discover the hidden world beneath our feet with this Massive Open Online Course (MOOC). Explore how soils shape ecosystems, landscapes, climate, food, and our lives. Learn, experiment, reflect – and find out how you can become more soil-literate.
Module 0 · 10 min
Introduction
What will you learn in this MOOC? How does it work? Who created this course?
Module 1 · 8 hours
Soil Services
Why are soils essential for ecosystems, food production, climate regulation, and human well-being?
Module 2 · 8 hours
Soil Diversity
How do soils vary in time, space, and composition? What makes them living systems?
Module 3 · 8 hours
Soil Threats and Solutions
What threatens soils and the life within them? How can we protect these vital ecosystems?
Module 4 · 4 hours
Reflections and Action
How can you turn your understanding of soils into action? How can we care for soils in new ways?
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