About this course: Animal welfare has been described as a complex, multi-faceted public policy issue which includes important scientific, ethical, and other dimensions. Improving our understanding of animal welfare, involves the fascinating study of animal behavior as well as the challenge of accessing the emotions of animals. This is the On-Demand version of this course, which means you can start the course at any time and work through the course materials at your own pace. The materials and quizzes will always be available to you. You can come and talk about the course on Twitter using the hashtag #EdAniWelf
Created by: The University of Edinburgh
Taught by: Professor Nat Waran, Professor of One Welfare
Eastern Institute of Technology, Napier, Hawkes Bay, New Zealand.
Taught by: Dr Fritha Langford
Scotland's Rural College (SRUC)
Taught by: Dr Heather Bacon, Veterinary welfare edcuation and outreach
Jeanne Marchig International Centre of Animal Welfare Education
Taught by: Miss Hayley Walters, RVN
Welfare and Anaesthesia
Taught by: Dr Jill MacKay, Animal Behaviour and Welfare Researcher
Animal Behaviour and Welfare Team, SRUC
| Commitment | 1-3 hours/week |
| Language | English, Subtitles: Italian, French |
| How To Pass | Pass all graded assignments to complete the course. |
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Syllabus
WEEK 1
Introduction to the Course
In this module we'll tell you who we are, what this course is about, how you can use this course to learn more about animal behaviour and welfare, and how you can earn a certificate.
3 videos, 5 readings
WEEK 2
What is Animal Welfare and Why Does it Matter?
Introduction, History and Concepts of Animal Welfare
5 videos, 2 readings
Graded: Module 2 - What Is Animal Welfare and Why Does It Matter?
WEEK 3
What We Can Measure We Can Manage
Animal Behaviour and Animal Welfare Assessment
6 videos, 2 readings
Graded: Module 3 - What We Can Measure We Can Manage
WEEK 4
The Truth About Dogs and Cats
Practical Animal Welfare: Companion Animal Welfare
12 videos, 2 readings
Graded: Module 4 - The Truth About Dogs and Cats
WEEK 5
Down on the Farm
Practical Animal Welfare: Farm Animal Welfare
8 videos, 2 readings
Graded: Module 5 - Down on the Farm
WEEK 6
Lions, Tigers and Bears, Oh My!
Practical Animal Welfare: Captive Wild Animal Welfare
3 videos, 2 readings
Graded: Module 6 - Lions, Tigers and Bears, Oh My!
WEEK 7
Optional Module: Welfare Conundrums
Emotive Animal Welfare Issues
1 video, 3 readings
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Ratings and Reviews
Me encantó el curso y su enfoque bien actualizado. Sin embargo el uso de plataformas interactivas extras para el curso no me funcionaron en ninguna de las semanas del mismo. Pero a pesar de eso, y sabiendo de los temas a tratar en el curso, estoy muy satisfecha en cuanto a la enseñanza de esta área de la ciencia animal que viene aumentando su importancia a lo largo de todo el mundo en los últimos años. En mi rubro este certificado será de mucha utilidad y ojala sea una forma de vincular mi carrera en estudios futuros en una excelente institución como lo es la respetable Universidad de Edimburgo. Muchas Gracias
Loved it! Learned a lot about animal welfare and also sharpened my scientific thinking skill set.
fantastic course
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Very good course, I like the focus put on the farm animals, who are often overlooked in other courses.