MARI 4215

Marine Plants 21-century

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This course focuses on the growing importance of habitat-forming marine plants, including mangroves, saltmarshes, seagrass meadows, kelp forests and other seaweed beds. We cover issues around wild harvesting, aquaculture, blue carbon storage, bioprospecting, habitat restoration, ecosystem-based management, and climate change. Class format includes overview lectures, case-studies, discussions, and interactive work.

Sections

Lecture

From the syllabus

From the Winter 2025 syllabus by Heike Lotze. Open the PDF

Grading

20%Mini-lecture on case studyDuring tutorial; individual dates
10%Questions and guided discussionDuring lecture; individual dates
15%Written critical reflection on case studyDuring tutorial; individual dates
10%Contribution to discussion and activitiesThroughout term
15%Midterm examMid-February, before reading week
30%Final examCumulative; scheduled exam period

Course rules

Attendance
In-person attendance is required for full 1.5-hour sessions, which are not recorded.
Late work
Assignments lose 10% per day late; missed assignments and exams receive zero unless excused.
Absences
Students may use the Student Declaration of Absence form up to twice per term; submit it before the due date to avoid late penalties.
Missed midterm
If excused, the midterm's weight shifts to the final exam.
Missed final
If excused, a make-up exam will be offered on another date.
Missed assignments
If excused, an extended deadline will be offered.
Technology problems
For internet failure or power outage, email the instructor as soon as possible with a written explanation.
Generative AI
Use of generative AI and large language models is not recommended for written assignments.

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