Glacial Trails offers the following courses for students interested in sustainability, conservation, justice, the Great Lakes, and/or tribal sovereignty. The online courses meet once weekly with a teacher-led discussion and instruction. Reading assignments, videos, and the occasional podcast are designed to support the weekly meeting. Students are expected to stay up-to-date on the assignments. If you pass the assessments (quizzes and exams), you will qualify to receive high school or college credit for each course. The type of HS credit you receive will likely depend on your host or home high school (Science, Social Studies, English, or elective). Click on the courses for more details. Click here to register.
Teacher-led courses begin January, 2025. Teacher-led courses are $200 (ungraded) or $250 (graded). Self-paced courses are $150 (ungraded)/ $200 (graded). If you are seeking credit, be sure to select the ‘graded’ option.
Self-Paced Option, SP (anytime after June 11, 2024)
Students who want to work at their own pace can skip the online meetings and progress through the course independently. Students who choose this option will have assignments and assessments graded as usual. Teachers continue to provide assistance and feedback. Self-paced courses still qualify for credit.
Climate Change in the Great Lakes
Wisconsin Ecosystems and Management Issues
Exploring Nature in Literature
Tribal Conservation in the Western Great Lakes
Environmental Journalism