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Lecturer(s)
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Uvírová Ivona, RNDr. Ph.D.
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Course content
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Definition, the value of biodiversity, the importance of biodiversity for the functioning of aquatic ecosystems; main factors endangering species biodiversity on earth (global climate change, decay and destruction of habitats, invasion of alien species, pests and diseases, hunting and trade); national and international protection of nature; ecosystem services of aquatic ecosystems; function and protection of wetlands; biodiversity in river floodplains; european standards and water protection.
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Learning activities and teaching methods
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Lecture, Dialogic Lecture (Discussion, Dialog, Brainstorming)
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Learning outcomes
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After completing the course the student is able to: - Explain the importance of biodiversity for the functioning of aquatic ecosystems - Provide significant factors threatening biodiversity on Earth - To understand the issue of conventions on nature conservation at national and international level
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Prerequisites
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unspecified
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Assessment methods and criteria
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Student performance, Seminar Work
During the seminar, the student will essay on an assigned topic. Student must be able to present and discuss the basic facts of the above thematic areas. Participation in seminars min 80%.
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Recommended literature
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Begon, M., Harper, J. L., Townsend, C.R. (1997). Ekologie: jedinci, populace a společenstva. Olomouc, vyd. University Palackého, 949 str..
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Gaston KJ, Spicer JI. (2004). Biodiversity: an introduction. Blackwell publishing, Malden, 191 pp..
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Polášková, A. a kol. (2012). Úvod do ekologie a ochrany životního prostředí. Karolinum.
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