In this course, we will take you on an interactive tour around Icelandic volcanoes where we will be talking to experts on location, digging holes to discover past eruptions, and hearing amazing stories of survival. We will discuss how to better manage volcanic hazards, using examples of volcanoes in Iceland and Aotearoa New Zealand.
Embark on an exhilarating journey into the world of volcanology with our intermediate-level course, "Field Volcanology and Hazards: Virtual Exploration." This course, the second of two in the Field Volcanology and Hazards Certificate program, offers an immersive, hands-on experience that will take you beyond the classroom and into the heart of volcanic landscapes. Through cutting-edge virtual field trips, you'll explore the fascinating realms of Icelandic volcanoes and New Zealand's volcanic terrains, gaining practical skills and knowledge that are essential for aspiring volcanologists.
While there are no specific prerequisites for this course, a basic understanding of geology and earth sciences would be beneficial. Students should be comfortable with intermediate-level scientific concepts and be prepared to engage with virtual technologies and 3D landscapes.
This course offers a unique blend of scientific rigor and virtual exploration, providing students with an unparalleled opportunity to develop practical skills in volcanic-hazards-management while gaining a deep appreciation for the cultural and ecological significance of these awe-inspiring natural phenomena.
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In this course, we will take you on an interactive tour around Icelandic volcanoes where we will be talking to experts on location, digging holes to discover past eruptions, and hearing amazing stories of survival. We will discuss how to better manage volcanic hazards, using examples of volcanoes in Iceland and Aotearoa New Zealand.
In this introductory course, you will use interactive technologies to learn the science of how volcanoes work and the skills of a field volcanologist. You will explore the intersection of field volcanology and society, by looking into cultural perspectives of volcanoes, hazard mapping and communication using examples in Aotearoa New Zealand and drawing on Mātauranga Māori (Māori knowledge).
Former Secretary of Defense William J. Perry and a team of international experts explore what can be done about the threat of nuclear terrorism in this free course, for which you can earn a signed Statement of Accomplishment. This is a self-paced version of the original course which ran in Fall 2017.
Welcome to "The Threat of Nuclear Terrorism"
"Today, the danger of some sort of nuclear catastrophe is greater than it was during the Cold War, and most people are blissfully unaware of this danger."
I wrote these words three years ago, and my concern led me to create my first Stanford Online course, "Living at the Nuclear Brink." Our nuclear peril continues to increase, and therefore I offer the next in our series of free courses on this vital subject: The Threat of Nuclear Terrorism. The topic is frightening, but it is one we must face if we are to have any chance of stopping potential catastrophe.
