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Register here. This course explores the intersection of information science and sociology tounderstand the mechanisms of media capture, control, and the proliferation ofmisinformation. Students will analyze case studies, theoretical frameworks, andtechnological tools used to influence media narratives and public opinion. Exploring the intersection of information science and sociology, this class will empower you to understand…

Register here Climate change, artificial intelligence, water and air pollution, gene technology, earthquakes, infectious disease, vaccines… whatever the risk, scientists, regulators, companies and communities are often at odds. Communities are at a disadvantage when it comes to sharing their perspectives on risk, because the information available can be highly technical. But while the science may…

Register here. The battle between good and evil is one of the oldest stories there is, like capitalism it takes up our horizon of thought. But what if it’s time to put it to rest? To finally settle this great battle and make way for new stories . . . Karen Effie will bring her…

Register here. The future isn’t what it used to be. Ecological breakdown and climate impacts are undermining resilience and disrupting communities. But there is so much to learn about how we can chart a path towards a more just future, one where we can all thrive in harmony with the natural world. Join Piers Locke…

This course has been postponed until 2025 Focusing on the US and New Zealand, this course will cover basic and intermediate tools and techniques to conduct community benefit OSINT investigations. From ethics to OPSEC to coding–we will take you through how to find, document, and analyze the info you need to report on what your…

Course AimThis course aims to critically examine public disclosures of sexual victimisation, exploring the psychological, social, and cultural factors that shape the process of publicly disclosing sexual abuse/assault as well as the general public’s reaction to them. By looking at disclosure through a comprehensive framework, participants will develop a deep understanding of the complexities involved…

Building Relationships that matter: Strategies for success It’s a no-brainer to believe that effective relationships are key to both business and individual success. But how do you build connections like that — and even more, how do you keep them going? Renowned PR expert Chris Galloway will give you workable answers to these questions and…

Register here. Your Instructor Brooke Binkowski is a veteran, award-winning journalist with a background in breaking news reporting, the U.S.-Mexico border, Indigenous rights, environmentalism, and post-conflict and humanitarian issues. After twenty years of reporting, she left those beats in 2015 to focus full-time on disinformation and propaganda campaigns, then called “fake news,” which were just…

Register here. Your Instructor Dr. Phill Simpson is an award winning author, teacher and educational consultant with over 20 years teaching experience in the classroom. He holds a Doctorate in Education and a Masters degree in Creative Writing. He is particularly interested in the writing process, and is a strong advocate of literacy in both…

Register here. Your Instructors Piers is an environmental anthropologist, a former fellow of the Rachel Carson Center for Environment and Society, a sustainability consultant, and post-growth advocate. As a university researcher, Piers pioneered an interdisciplinary approach to the interconnections of society, history, and ecology in South Asia, particularly in human-elephant-environment relations. His teaching career expanded…