The course will include a mixture of instruction and facilitated discussions which will engage participants on critical global and regional watershed management issues, emphasizing innovative approaches to watersheds to work across a wide range of biophysical and socioeconomic settings. Particular attention will be given to the management of watersheds in developing and newly emerging market economies. Areas for training and discussion include: management technologies; watershed planning; extension and outreach services; stakeholder participation; management partnerships; financial transfer mechanisms for environmental services; and environmental education.
