Online Program
Online Lecture: Polar Opposites — Ecosystems of the Arctic and Antarctic
Program No. 25049RJ
Join us on Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2024, at 2 p.m. (ET)/ 11 a.m. (PT), for a one-hour lecture and Q&A to learn about the environmental and ecological sides of the Arctic and Antarctic.
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At a Glance
Join Amanda Hunter, marine biologist and polar expedition guide, for the second lecture in a four-part series comparing the ecosystems of the Arctic and Antarctic. In this session, Amanda will compare and contrast the polar food webs, ecosystems and the diverse array of animals that inhabit these regions. Gain insight into the unique biological characteristics of each pole and understand the delicate balance of life in these extreme environments. This lecture promises to be an enlightening exploration of polar biology and ecology.
General Notes
This lecture is the second in a series of four: "Online Lecture: Polar Opposites — Discovering the True Poles" (#25045); "Online Lecture: Polar Opposites — Ecosystems of the Arctic and Antarctic" (#25049); "Online Lecture: Polar Opposites — Life at Polar Research Stations" (#25133); "Online Lecture: Polar Opposites — Expert Panel Discussion" (#25056). Your online lecture will take place live over the course of 1-2 hours. All times are listed in the EASTERN time zone. If you live in a different time zone, please adjust your schedule accordingly. This live online experience uses Zoom Webinar, an easy-to-use web video service that includes closed captioning. All you need is an Internet connection and your computer. You will receive a confirmation email when you enroll, and a reminder email one week and one day before, as well as the morning of the event with a link and instructions on how to tune in. You will not be pictured on screen during the lecture, but you will have the opportunity to ask the instructor live questions using the Q&A box. Unless otherwise noted, all those who enroll in this program receive access to the live event as well as a recording of the lecture that you can watch any time within the two weeks following the live event.
Participant Reviews
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Amanda Hunter is a wonderful speaker with a wealth of fascinating knowledge. The comparisons between Antarctica and Arctic wildlife and environment was done very well and I came away feeling that it had been an hour well spent. I have signed up for the next 2 lectures in this series and look forward to more learning about this subject. A++++
— Review left October 24, 2024
