About ALE 2990 OL2

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Notes

Online asynchronous survey course for aspiring beekeepers; Open to degree and non-degree students Special Topics courses cannot carry CC designations

Section Description

In this online course, students will learn the fundamentals of being responsible stewards of honey bee colonies and the skills to support good decision-making in today’s changing world of beekeeping. This introductory course will cover topics including basic bee biology, the factors driving global pollinator decline, current topics in pollinator research, purchasing equipment, and bees, integrated pest management, and successful strategies for overwintering.

Course Objectives:
1. Attain the fundamental knowledge and skills necessary to be responsible beekeepers and support good decision-making.
2. Understand basic bee biology
3. Understand the major threats to both managed and wild pollinators and the current issues faced by beekeepers.

Section Expectation

Textbook:
Honey Bee Biology and Beekeeping
Dewey M. Caron
Wicwas Press

Note that the course material will be presented asynchronously. If you are interested in a hands-on beekeeping course, please see "Hands-on Beekeeping".

Evaluation

Grades will be based on participation in weekly discussion posts, weekly assignments and quizzes.

Important Dates

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