
on December 1, 2024
Srinivasan Manivannan
Navigating Life with Lessons from Science
has successfully completed the online, non-credit course

Steven Blomgren
Senior Director, Columbia+

124749002
Srinivasan Manivannan
"Pets, Politics and Pandemics" offers an innovative approach to understanding the complexities of modern societal challenges through the lens of systems theory. This course combines interdisciplinary insights with unique observational techniques involving pets and wildlife to explore social justice, climate change, propaganda, and disinformation. By linking theoretical methods with practical applications, learners will gain a comprehensive understanding of the underlying systems that influence our social, political, and natural environments.
Key Benefits
• Interdisciplinary Approach: Utilize systems theory to explore a variety of fields, including politics, environmental science, and social justice.
• Critical Thinking Development: Engage with complex topics such as disinformation and propaganda through creative and analytical perspectives.
• Practical Applications: Apply theoretical knowledge to understand and address real-world challenges, enhancing problem-solving skills.
Learning Outcomes
• Systems Analysis: Master systems theoretical methods to analyze and interpret complex phenomena in various domains.
• Enhanced Understanding: Acquire fresh insights into familiar topics through a systemic and interdisciplinary approach.
• Critical Engagement: Develop the ability to engage critically with pressing global issues like climate change and pandemics.
• Broad Perspective: Cultivate a holistic understanding of how interconnected theories apply to real-world scenarios, enabling effective navigation through complex societal issues.
Are you ready to transform how you see the world around you? Enroll in "Pets, Politics and Pandemics: Navigating Life with Lessons from Science" and uncover the intricate systems shaping our reality. This course will challenge your perceptions and equip you with the tools to critically analyze and address the complexities of our times. Start your journey to becoming a more informed and engaged global citizen today!
Skills / Knowledge
- Systems Thinking
- Critical Analysis
- Interdisciplinary Knowledge Application
- Complex Problem Solving
- Evaluating and Addressing Disinformation and Propaganda
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