Earth Science

Study the physical constitution of the Earth and its atmosphere. Learn about geology, oceanography, meteorology, and the processes that shape our planet.

78 courses

Introduction to Modern Geography: Understanding Our Physical and Social World

Explore the fundamentals of physical earth systems and human societies to understand how global environments, populations, and modern spatial technologies interact.

Mountain Science: Geology, Ecology, and Human Impact

Explore how mountains form, support diverse ecosystems, influence global climate, and shape human cultures in this comprehensive introductory guide.
★ 4.9 (2,576)

Climate Change Science and Global Impacts

Explore the scientific foundations of climate change and learn to interpret the evidence of human impact on our planet's future.
★ 4.7 (818)

Dynamic Earth: Fundamentals of Geology and Plate Tectonics

Explore the geological forces that shape our planet, from earthquakes and volcanoes to plate tectonics, and learn how geoscientists monitor these dynamic systems.
★ 4.9 (539)

Arctic Climate Fundamentals: Geography and the Cryosphere

Explore the environmental systems of the North and understand how the atmosphere, oceans, and ice interact in a changing global climate.
★ 4.6 (518)

Foundations of Climate Science and Global Action

Learn the scientific drivers of climate change and explore practical strategies for mitigation, resilience, and sustainable policy in the modern era.
★ 4.7 (478)

Earth Science Fundamentals: Climate, History, and Planetary Processes

Explore how Earth's atmosphere, oceans, and landmasses interact, and understand the historical and modern processes shaping our planet's climate.
★ 4.7 (474)

Climate Science and Modeling: Understanding Global Warming

Master the foundational physics, chemistry, and economics behind climate change and learn to interpret modern global warming models using basic algebra.
★ 4.6 (460)

Physical Geology: Understanding Earth's Systems

Explore the fundamental processes that shape our planet and build a solid foundation in earth science through detailed written explanations.
★ 4.4 (418)

Earth's Seasons and Climate Fundamentals

Discover the astronomical and atmospheric drivers behind seasonal shifts and how they influence nature, agriculture, and global weather patterns.
★ 4.8 (381)

Oceanography: Foundations of Marine Science and Navigation

Understand the physical, chemical, and geological processes of the world's oceans while learning essential meteorological principles for maritime navigation.
★ 4.6 (357)

Climate Change Literacy: Science, Impact, and Action

Build a solid foundation in climate science, explore modern adaptation and mitigation strategies, and learn how to drive meaningful environmental action in your community.
★ 4.8 (305)

Oceanography Fundamentals: Exploring Global Currents and Marine Systems

Discover how global ocean currents, marine ecosystems, and seafloor topography shape our planet in this foundational guide designed for curious learners.
★ 4.5 (287)

Climate Change Fundamentals: Science and Global Solutions

Learn the scientific foundations of climate change and discover how global policies and local actions work together to build a more resilient and sustainable future.
★ 4.8 (248)

Earth's Dynamic History: Foundations of Geological Science

Explore the origins and evolution of our planet through a comprehensive study of geological time, rock formation, and the processes that shape the Earth.
★ 4.7 (230)

Individual Climate Action: Strategies to Combat Climate Breakdown

Empower yourself with actionable, science-based strategies to reduce your carbon footprint, advocate for sustainable practices, and drive meaningful environmental change.
★ 4.5 (215)

Understanding Climate Change: Science, Impact, and Solutions

Master the fundamentals of climate science, examine the evidence for human-driven warming, and explore modern strategies for global sustainability.
★ 4.8 (193)

Origins of Life: Earth History and Astrobiology

Explore the four-billion-year history of life on Earth and the scientific search for habitable worlds using modern astrobiology and genomic concepts.
★ 4.2 (106)

Earth Economics: Global Policy and Data Analysis

Learn to analyze planetary data and provide evidence-based economic advice on global policy for a sustainable future.
★ 4.6 (90)

Visual Weather Forecasting: The Science of Backyard Meteorology

Learn to read the sky, understand atmospheric science, and predict local weather patterns using simple observation techniques and modern digital forecasting tools.
★ 4.6 (79)
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