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C ENV 190 Introductory Topics in Environment (1-5, max. 15)
Covers topics related to all areas of the environment.
C ENV 200 Responsible Use of AI in Environmental Science (2)
Examines AI as a tool to support learning while emphasizing critical judgment, ethical reasoning, and responsibility. Explores the strengths and limitations of AI tools, their social-environmental impacts, and uses in environmental fields. Introduces prompt engineering and evaluating AI output for accuracy, bias, and limitations. Teaches use of AI to clarify complex ideas and explore alternative explanations while centering ethics and equity. Offered: AWSp.
C ENV 401 FieldNotes - An Undergraduate Journal (2, max. 6)
FieldNotes, an undergraduate journal connecting UW with the greater Puget Sound community, highlights student-led environmental research and outreach. FieldNotes, publishes two issues annually, features research communications, community features, and vivid imagery to ensure multi-faceted storytelling. Provides a platform for students to actively learn and engage in science communication. Offered: W.
C ENV 490 Special Topics in Environment (1-5, max. 15)
Covers topics related to all areas of the environment depending on curricular needs and interests of students and faculty.
C ENV 500 Communicating Science to the Public Effectively (3)
Teaches emerging scientists how to effectively communicate their research to the public. Uses lessons and tools such as group discussion, feedback, and practice. Credit/no-credit only. Offered: W.
C ENV 555 Teaching Right: Best Practice Pedagogy in Environment Courses (1, max. 3)
Examines best practice pedagogy with peer support for graduate students serving as teaching assistants in the College of the Environment. Faculty mentor students in creating inclusive classrooms, implementing evidence-based teaching, using technology to support pedagogy, and best practices for teaching and learning. Designed to help students thrive in their teaching assistant positions and facilitate their growth into better instructors. Offered: AWSp.
C ENV 590 Special Topics in Environment (1-5, max. 15)
Covers topics related to all areas of the environment depending on curricular needs and interests of students and faculty.