À propos de ce cours : Animal welfare has been described as a complex, multi-faceted public policy issue which includes important scientific, ethical, and other dimensions. Improving our understanding of animal welfare, involves the fascinating study of animal behavior as well as the challenge of accessing the emotions of animals. This is the On-Demand version of this course, which means you can start the course at any time and work through the course materials at your own pace. The materials and quizzes will always be available to you. You can come and talk about the course on Twitter using the hashtag #EdAniWelf
Créé par : The University of Edinburgh
Enseigné par : Professor Nat Waran, Professor of One Welfare
Eastern Institute of Technology, Napier, Hawkes Bay, New Zealand.Enseigné par : Dr Fritha Langford
Scotland's Rural College (SRUC)Enseigné par : Dr Heather Bacon, Veterinary welfare edcuation and outreach
Jeanne Marchig International Centre of Animal Welfare EducationEnseigné par : Miss Hayley Walters, RVN
Welfare and AnaesthesiaEnseigné par : Dr Jill MacKay, Animal Behaviour and Welfare Researcher
Animal Behaviour and Welfare Team, SRUC
| Engagement | 1-3 hours/week |
| Langue | English, Sous-titres : Italian, French |
| Comment réussir | Réussissez tous les devoirs notés pour terminer le cours. |
| Notes des utilisateurs |
Programme de cours
SEMAINE 1
Introduction to the Course
In this module we'll tell you who we are, what this course is about, how you can use this course to learn more about animal behaviour and welfare, and how you can earn a certificate.
3 vidéos, 5 lectures
- Reading: How To Use This Course
- Vidéo: Introduction to the MOOC Team
- Vidéo: Rules of Engagement
- Reading: Course Syllabus
- Reading: Statement of Ethics
- Reading: Course Team
- Reading: Frequently Asked Questions
SEMAINE 2
What is Animal Welfare and Why Does it Matter?
Introduction, History and Concepts of Animal Welfare
5 vidéos, 2 lectures
- Reading: About this Module
- Vidéo: What Is Animal Welfare?
- Vidéo: The Five Freedoms
- Reading: Accompanying Material
- Vidéo: How a Scientific Approach Has Helped Improve the Welfare of Animals: Interview With Professor Lawrence
- Vidéo: Animal Welfare and Cultural Differences: Interview With Dr MacKay
Noté: Module 2 - What Is Animal Welfare and Why Does It Matter?
SEMAINE 3
What We Can Measure We Can Manage
Animal Behaviour and Animal Welfare Assessment
6 vidéos, 2 lectures
- Reading: About This Module
- Vidéo: Using An Animal's Behaviour to Assess Welfare
- Vidéo: Physiological Measures of Animal Welfare
- Vidéo: New Developments in Animal Welfare
- Reading: Accompanying Materials
- Vidéo: The Impact of Early Life Events on Stress Responsiveness in Animals: Interview with Professor Cathy Dwyer
- Vidéo: Using Animal Body Language as a Measure of Subjective Experience: Interview with Dr Francoise Wemelsfelder
Noté: Module 3 - What We Can Measure We Can Manage
SEMAINE 4
The Truth About Dogs and Cats
Practical Animal Welfare: Companion Animal Welfare
12 vidéos, 2 lectures
- Reading: About this Module
- Vidéo: Street Cats and Dogs
- Vidéo: Shelter Cats and Dogs
- Vidéo: Dog Aggression
- Vidéo: The Alpha Dog
- Reading: Accompanying Materials
- Vidéo: Cat Genetics: Interview With Professor Gunn-Moore
- Vidéo: Dogs and Their Needs in the Shelter: Interview with Emma-Louise Livingston
- Vidéo: Dog Genetics: Interview with Dr. Rowena Packer
- Vidéo: Cats Independent Dependents: Interview with Wendy Johnston
- Vidéo: Can We Farm Dogs and Cats Humanely?: Interview With Heather Bacon
- Vidéo: Rabbits, More Complex Than You Think: Interview With Guen Bradbury
- Vidéo: Horses Under Pressure: Interview with Gemma Pearson
Noté: Module 4 - The Truth About Dogs and Cats
SEMAINE 5
Down on the Farm
Practical Animal Welfare: Farm Animal Welfare
8 vidéos, 2 lectures
- Reading: About this Module
- Vidéo: Dairy Cow Welfare Part 1: The Milking Cow
- Vidéo: Dairy Cow Welfare Part 2: The Cow and Calf
- Vidéo: The Welfare of Pigs Part 1
- Vidéo: The Welfare of Pigs Part 2
- Vidéo: Poultry Welfare Part 1: The Laying Hen
- Vidéo: Poultry Welfare Part 2: The Hen in Free-Range Systems
- Vidéo: Poultry Welfare Part 3: The Broiler Chicken
- Reading: Accompanying Materials
Noté: Module 5 - Down on the Farm
SEMAINE 6
Lions, Tigers and Bears, Oh My!
Practical Animal Welfare: Captive Wild Animal Welfare
3 vidéos, 2 lectures
- Reading: About this Module
- Vidéo: Gaps In Our Knowledge
- Vidéo: Using Evidence To Improve Welfare
- Reading: Accompanying Material
Noté: Module 6 - Lions, Tigers and Bears, Oh My!
SEMAINE 7
Optional Module: Welfare Conundrums
Emotive Animal Welfare Issues
1 vidéo, 3 lectures
- Reading: About this Module
- Reading: Emotive Welfare Issues
- Reading: Additional Learning Resources
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Very informative, I felt like I learned a lot, but at times it was a bit boring and repetitive.
Very informative course, although it is sometimes painful to read as they cover ethical issues and the sad reality of slaughter. However, I found it very well covered, as a vegetarian, this course strengthened my beliefs
extremely informative and helpful, very straightforward to understand
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Very informative, and it helped me see aspects of everyday life that were definitely "out of sight, out of mind" as it often is with lifestock (for those not in farming or thinking about what they eat/where it comes from), wild animals in zoos and conservation sites, as well as animals used in lab testing which I had always been curious about since I work at a cancer research journal. I'm interested in learning more and advocating for animals in any way I can while still trying not to anthropomorphize them so much (as humans are wont to do).