01257 - Ethology

Academic Year 2022/2023

  • Docente: Barbara Regaiolli
  • Credits: 4
  • SSD: BIO/05
  • Language: Italian
  • Teaching Mode: Traditional lectures
  • Campus: Bologna
  • Corso: First cycle degree programme (L) in Natural Sciences (cod. 5823)

    Also valid for First cycle degree programme (L) in Natural Sciences (cod. 8016)

Learning outcomes

Acquisition of the scientific method and fundamental knowledge on animal behaviour, from evolutionary and environmental perspectives.

Course contents

History of ethology

Basic concepts of ethology: behaviours, stimuli and behavioural bases

Development of behaviour and learning

Communication and social behaviour

Breeding systems, parental care and sexual selection

Behavioural ecology

Measuring behaviour

Teaching methods

Live lessons/PowerPoint presentations

Practical exercises and videos

Assessment methods

Oral exam

Teaching tools

Teaching material

Scientific articles

Office hours

See the website of Barbara Regaiolli