Paleontology Seminars

"This course will take the form of a series of about a dozen lectures/seminars on current research topics in vertebrate paleontology and evolutionary biology; biodiversity and paleobiodiversity of continental (animal) ecosystems; topographic and climatic barriers versus dispersal and vicariance; community structure, food webs over time, and paleoguilds; and the role of geodynamics and contingency (crises). The main objective is to gain a solid understanding of the current research themes and areas of focus within the paleontological and evolutionary biology communities."

"Gain a solid understanding of current research topics and areas of focus within the paleontology and evolutionary biology communities; develop critical thinking skills; synthesize disparate information; and organize data around cross-cutting themes and areas in paleontology."

A good understanding of past biodiversity and taxonomic groups among vertebrates.

Comprehensive ongoing assessment: 100%