Solving Complex Problems OpenCourseWare: MIT's Free Bachelor Level Earth Science Class
The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) offers an OpenCourseWare version of 'Solving Complex Problems' for free online. The undergraduate-level course gives students interested in Earth, Atmospheric and Planetary Sciences the opportunity to find creative solutions to complex problems in Engineering and Earth Science.
Solving Complex Problems: Course Specifics
| Degree Level | Free | Audio | Video | Downloads |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Lectures/Notes | Study Materials | Tests/Quizzes |
|---|---|---|
| No | Yes | No |
Solving Complex Problems: Course Description
'Solving Complex Problems' is taught by Professors Kip Hodges and Rafael Bras of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology's Earth, Atmospheric and Planetary Sciences Department. This course teaches students the basics of website development through team projects. Past course projects include the search for life on Mars, preservation of rain forests and strategies for coping with Tsunamis. The course helps students to develop interdisciplinary solutions that include research, public relations, budgets, timelines and benefits. The course can teach them students skills including website development, critical thinking skills and solutions to environmental problems.
This course provides examples of student-produced websites and links to website development tools. If you're interested in learning about this course, visit the solving complex earth sciences course page.
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