Nat History of Addison County
Natural History of Addison County In this course, we will forge a sense of place through attention and connection— learning to see the relationships within the region's ecological communities and cultivating relationships within its human communities. To this end, students will engage in a series of field trips in Middlebury and surrounding parts of Addison County. We will use Natural History as a structuring principle, building an understanding of the ways that current landscapes are shaped by influences from bedrock geology to human history to plant and animal assemblages. Our goal over the course of the semester is to help each other find our own places within the wider community, and by so doing, to help make Middlebury feel more like home. Be ready to venture outside. [One 50-min lec. + one
Natural History of Addison County In this course, we will forge a sense of place through attention and connection— learning to see the relationships within the region's ecological communities and cultivating relationships within its human communities. To this end, students will engage in a series of field trips in Middlebury and surrounding parts of Addison County. We will use Natural History as a structuring principle, building an understanding of the ways that current landscapes are shaped by influences from bedrock geology to human history to plant and animal assemblages. Our goal over the …Read more
Really interesting class and a great class community! I learned so much about the natural world -- fungi, birds, trees, insects, etc. Lots of field trips -- nearly every week. Very few big homework assignments, not lecture-based at all. Super chill.
Very chill class; homework consists of short responses to lab activities and the occasional writing project. This class pushes you to develop a greater connection with the surrounding environment. It definitely made me feel more at home in Middlebury.
I liked the class for sure. Lots of field works and field trips which are very hands on and engaging. There was a lot of readings but they're not always necessary. Limited Homework and only 3 larger assignments. Very cool class community