Life In Context
Life doesn’t exist in isolation—it’s shaped by a dynamic web of relationships and environments. Life in Context is a foundational course that invites you to explore how organisms interact with each other, how energy flows through ecosystems, and how diverse environments support life across the planet.
Through three engaging lessons, you’ll uncover the principles that govern ecological systems and gain a deeper appreciation for the balance and complexity of nature.
📚 What You’ll Learn:
- The core principles of ecology and how organisms interact with their surroundings
- How energy moves through ecosystems via food chains and food webs
- The structure and function of ecosystems and their role in sustaining life
- The characteristics of major biomes and the habitats within them
- How climate, vegetation, and wildlife define ecological regions
- The importance of ecological balance and sustainability in a changing world
Whether you’re new to environmental science or looking to deepen your understanding, Life in Context provides the essential tools to see life through an ecological lens.
Ecology Basics – Interactions in Nature
Ecology is the science that explores how living organisms connect—with one another and with the environments they inhabit. It reveals the complex web of interactions that shape life on Earth, from microscopic bacteria to sprawling ecosystems.
Food Chains and Food Webs: Energy Flow in Ecosystems
Ecosystems are intricate networks where life thrives through constant interaction and energy exchange. Understanding how energy moves through these systems is fundamental to comprehending ecological balance and sustainability.
Biomes and Habitats – Diverse Environments of Life
Explore the diversity of life across Earth’s many environments. Learn about biomes—vast ecological regions shaped by climate, vegetation, and wildlife—and habitats, the specific living spaces organisms occupy within these biomes.