Online Program
Online Lecture: Polar Opposites — Expert Panel Discussion
Program No. 25056RJ
Join us on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024, at 2 p.m. (ET)/ 11 a.m. (PT), for a one-hour lecture and Q&A to learn from three experts on the polar regions.
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At a Glance
The Arctic and Antarctic have captivated humans for hundreds of years with their extreme environments and unique ecosystems. In the final session of this four-part series on the Earth's polar regions, join experts Nicole Flores, Amanda Hunter and Miko Golachowski for a stimulating presentation and an engaging panel discussion. They will weave together themes of exploration, ecosystems and life at polar research stations, bringing their combined expertise and experiences to the forefront. You’ll hear captivating stories, insightful facts and have the opportunity to submit your questions to gain a deeper understanding of these incredible regions.
General Notes
This lecture is the final 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.
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The Polar Opposites panel discussion was my first experience with RS on online learning; I was very impressed with the quality of the instructors and the format of the program. The moderator did a fantastic job.
— Review left November 6, 2024
