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FMNP Special Topics Modules (02/01/11)
FMNP is launching Special Topics courses! These 24-contact hour courses are designed
to provide more detailed information and hands-on skills in subject areas that compliment
FMNP Core Modules. These courses are open to everyone (18+ yr.). You do not need
to be an FMNP graduate to participate.
The first two of four new courses were launched in 2010. Conservation Science
and Environmental Interpretation are now being offered by instructors around
the state. Conservation Science is designed to provide participants with
a better understanding of the complexities of conservation, making them better educators
and participants in local conservation efforts. Environmental Interpretation
will help participants become more effective environmental interpreters and educators
as they learn how to create themes, develop interpretive displays, and practice
interpretive techniques.
Two new courses will be launched this spring. Habitat Evaluation will give
participants a better understanding of the concepts and techniques used for assessing
the quality of wildlife habitat. Students will learn the importance of various types
of habitat assessment methods and the vital role these activities play in conserving
biodiversity and managing healthy wildlife populations. Wildlife Monitoring
is designed to educate students in the principals and methods of designing and conducting
monitoring programs. Participants will develop an understanding of the importance
of appropriate data collection strategies in wildlife monitoring programs and will
be introduced to the methods used.
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