Marine Mammal Conservation and Management
( 25 Modules )

Module #1
Introduction to Marine Mammal Conservation
Overview of marine mammal conservation, importance of conservation, and course objectives

Module #2
Marine Mammal Biology and Ecology
Basic biology and ecology of marine mammals, including species characteristics, habitats, and behaviors

Module #3
Threats to Marine Mammals
Overview of major threats to marine mammals, including habitat destruction, pollution, climate change, and hunting

Module #4
International Conservation Efforts
International agreements and organizations involved in marine mammal conservation, such as the IWC and UN

Module #5
National and Regional Conservation Efforts
National and regional conservation efforts, including laws, policies, and organizations

Module #6
Marine Protected Areas and Sanctuaries
Importance and role of marine protected areas and sanctuaries in marine mammal conservation

Module #7
Research and Monitoring Methods
Overview of research and monitoring methods used in marine mammal conservation, including surveys, tagging, and acoustic monitoring

Module #8
Acoustic Ecology and Marine Mammals
Importance of acoustic ecology in understanding marine mammal behavior and habitat use

Module #9
Habitat Conservation and Restoration
Strategies for conserving and restoring marine mammal habitats, including coral reefs and sea grass beds

Module #10
Pollution and Marine Mammals
Impact of pollution on marine mammals, including plastics, oil spills, and chemical pollutants

Module #11
Climate Change and Marine Mammals
Impact of climate change on marine mammals, including changes in distribution, behavior, and prey availability

Module #12
Hunting and Whaling
History and current state of hunting and whaling, including commercial, subsistence, and cultural whaling

Module #13
Bycatch and Entanglement
Impact of bycatch and entanglement on marine mammals, including mitigation strategies

Module #14
Marine Mammal-Fisheries Interactions
Interactions between marine mammals and fisheries, including competition for resources and ecosystem impacts

Module #15
Conservation Breeding Programs
Role of conservation breeding programs in marine mammal conservation

Module #16
Rehabilitation and Rehabilitation Centers
Importance of rehabilitation centers in marine mammal conservation and rehabilitation techniques

Module #17
Ethics and Welfare in Marine Mammal Conservation
Ethical considerations in marine mammal conservation, including welfare, animal rights, and human impacts

Module #18
Community Engagement and Education
Importance of community engagement and education in marine mammal conservation, including outreach and awareness programs

Module #19
Policy and Advocacy in Marine Mammal Conservation
Role of policy and advocacy in marine mammal conservation, including grassroots movements and government policies

Module #20
Economic and Social Considerations
Economic and social considerations in marine mammal conservation, including cost-benefit analysis and stakeholder engagement

Module #21
Marine Mammal Conservation in Practice
Case studies of marine mammal conservation efforts in different regions and countries

Module #22
Challenges and Opportunities in Marine Mammal Conservation
Challenges and opportunities in marine mammal conservation, including emerging issues and future directions

Module #23
Collaboration and Partnerships in Marine Mammal Conservation
Importance of collaboration and partnerships in marine mammal conservation, including interagency, international, and interdisciplinary approaches

Module #24
Marine Mammal Conservation and Climate Change Mitigation
Role of marine mammal conservation in climate change mitigation, including carbon sequestration and ecosystem resilience

Module #25
Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion
Planning next steps in Marine Mammal Conservation and Management career

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Marine Mammal Conservation and Management ( 25 Modules )

Marine Mammal Conservation and Management
( 25 Modules )