What it is about
You learn where biodiversity comes from, how it is preserved, which threats exist and which benefits biodiversity provides for humans. In the end you can explain central concepts, methods and theories of biodiversity research as well as assess the influence of different land-use scenarios on biodiversity and ecosystem services.
What you will be able to do
- Explain important terms of biodiversity research
- Explain important methods and theories of biodiversity research
- Assess land-use scenarios
- Understand the influence of land use on biodiversity and ecosystem services
- Develop concepts for testing influences on biodiversity
What the module consists of
- Lecture with integrated exercisesConveying concepts, methods and theories; presentation of influences of different land-use scenarios
- Integrated exercisesDiscussion of current literature to evaluate land-use scenarios and to develop validation concepts
Teaching method
- LectureIntroduction and conveyance of central content
- ExerciseApplication and discussion of current literature for deeper understanding and assessment