Numbering Code	U-LAS14 20023 LE68	Year/Term	2022 ・ Intensive, Second semester
Number of Credits	2	Course Type	Lecture
Target Year	All students	Target Student	For science students
Language	English	Day/Period	Intensive November～December,2~3-days over two weekends(date to be decided later)
Instructor name	Andrew MacIntosh (Wildlife Research Center Associate Professor)
Outline and Purpose of the Course	Zoos and aquariums are a window into nature and the exotic lives of animals. Everyone has been to a zoo and wondered at the animals on display, but what are zoos really about? What goes on behind the scenes? What role does a modern zoo play in our society, and how has this changed throughout history? This course is designed to answer just these questions. Along the way, you’ll learn about the modern missions of zoos, biological research conducted at zoos, animal behavior and welfare, public outreach and education, and especially the conservation of endangered species.
Course Goals	In this course, students will learn to: - appreciate and understand the role of zoos in modern society - think critically about issues concerning zoos and aquariums and balance the costs and benefits of keeping animals in captivity, particularly as they relate to conservation of endangered species - appreciate the diversity of biological research being conducted at modern zoos, and how it contributes to science and society - assess the ‘quality of life’ of the animals they encounter at zoos and aquariums, and appreciate the diverse set of animal care and welfare challenges facing these institutions
Schedule and Contents	This is an intensive lecture scheduled for one weekend (Saturday AND Sunday) in late November or early December, 2022 (dates pending), with a one-day practical course held at Kyoto City Zoo either as a group or done independently (date and format to be determined). The course is organized into the following units: 1. history, philosophy and modern missions of zoos 2. science at the zoo: basic research, biodiversity conservation, and environmental education 3. zoo ethics: animal behavior, welfare, enrichment and animal rights 4. zoo practical course
Evaluation Methods and Policy	class participation - 50% course test - 25% course report - 25%
Course Requirements	None
Study outside of Class (preparation and review)	The instructor will provide instructions for how to prepare for this course once students have registered. There will be a small amount of preparatory reading and thinking, mainly to encourage students to engage with the course material and be engaged in class activities. A report must be submitted following the course that may require additional research.
References, etc.	An introduction to zoo biology and management, Paul A. Rees, (Wiley-Blackwell), ISBN:9781405193498 Zoo Conservation Biology, John E. Fa, Stephan M. Funk, Donnamarie O'Connell, (Cambridge University Press), ISBN:9780511993435 Zoo animals: behaviour, management, and welfare, Geoff Hosey, (Oxford University Press), ISBN:9780199693528 Zoos in the 21st Century: Catalysts for Conservation?, Alexandra Zimmermann, Matthew Hatchwell, Lesley A. Dickie, Chris West, (Cambridge University Press), ISBN:9780521618588 While there is no required textbook for this course, students are encouraged to sample from the reference materials listed, which form the basis for the lectures in the course. Any of these would be an excellent choice to learn about the subject.