Learn With Us
Where can you learn with Extension? Anywhere. Our offices, classrooms, and laboratories are located where our program participants and non-traditional students are. UConn Extension works in the municipalities of Connecticut, with after school programs, on the trails, in community organizations, and on the farm. We also recognize that a lot of learning happens on your own time, and at your own pace. We have recorded webinars and video lessons available on-demand.
Online Courses and Programs
We offer online courses and certificates in many program areas. Courses include: Vegetable Production, Ornamental and Turf Short Course, CLIR Lifelong Learning, and the Pesticide Applicator Core Manual.
Training
Two of our courses are offered through UConn's online learning program:
- Let's Talk GMOs: Creating Consistent Communication Messages
- DEEP Aquifer Protection Area Program Technical Training
Master Gardener Courses
CLIR Lifelong Learning
Center for Land Use Education and Research Training
UConn 4-H
Online Vegetable Production Certificate
DEEP Aquifer Training
Let's Talk GMOs: Creating Consistent Communication Messages
PEP Community Facilitator Training
Ask UConn Extension
How do I eat healthy on a budget?
Is your tap water safe to drink?
Ask UConn Extension Playlist
Best practices for cooking and storing meat
Other Video Series
Webinar Recordings on YouTube
Our YouTube channel has videos and webinars on a variety of topics.
CLEAR
The UConn Center for Land Use Education and Research webinars can be viewed anytime.
UConn Equine Extension Program
The UConn Equine Extension Program provides outreach to people interested in horses. View all available videos and webinars.
- Trail Etiquette for Everyone
- Horse Books for Youth to Enjoy Part 1
- Fun Horse Books for Adults to Read Part 1
- Horse Movies For You to Enjoy Part 1
Fun activities for children
Master Gardener
- Garden Master Classes via webinar – view the entire course catalog for dates and times.
Other Learning Opportunities
Upcoming Events
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The Baloney Detection in the Era of Misinformation 1:15pm
5/2
The Baloney Detection in the Era of Misinformation
Thursday, May 2nd, 2024
01:15 PM - 02:45 PM
Vernon Cottage, UConn Depot Campus
Arm yourself to ward off sketchy sales pitches and fake news. Critical thinking and skepticism are under- appreciated skills. 2024 marks the 28th anniversary of Carl Sagan’s Baloney Detection Kit. This talk discusses how to use the kit to analyze news stories, scientific claims, and advertising. Buckle up for an interesting year. Presented by Elizabeth Cowles, Professor and Chair, Biology Dept., ECSU
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OK Boomer: Misconceptions about Generational Differences 1:15pm
5/8
OK Boomer: Misconceptions about Generational Differences
Wednesday, May 8th, 2024
01:15 PM - 02:45 PM
Vernon Cottage, UConn Depot Campus
First there were baby boomers, then Gen X and Millennials and now there is Generation Alpha! This talk discusses some of the research that debunks the mythology behind generational differences, the problems with how generations are defined and labeled, and why “what’s wrong with these kids today” is probably the wrong question. Presented by Peter Bachiochi, Professor of Psychological Science, ECSU
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The Rise and Fall of the Second American Republic 1:15pm
5/15
The Rise and Fall of the Second American Republic
Wednesday, May 15th, 2024
01:15 PM - 02:45 PM
Vernon Cottage, UConn Depot Campus
The speaker’s new book is a groundbreaking, expansive new account of Reconstruction that fundamentally alters our view of this formative period in American history, 1860- 1920. Presented by Manisha Sinha, Draper Chair in American History, UConn
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Becoming Evil: How Ordinary People Commit Genocide and Mas Killing 1:15pm
5/16
Becoming Evil: How Ordinary People Commit Genocide and Mas Killing
Thursday, May 16th, 2024
01:15 PM - 02:45 PM
Vernon Cottage, UConn Depot Campus
Who are the killers on the frontlines of genocide and how do they come to such extraordinary evil? Based on interviews with over 225 rank- and- file perpetrators, this talk focuses on the ordinary origins of these killers and the processes by which they become capable of such atrocities. Understanding these processes is vial to preventing the future occurrence of genocide. Presented by James Waller, Director, Dodd Human Rights Impact Program, UConn
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Land Use Commissioner Basic Training for ZBA Members - Virtual 6:00pm
5/20
Land Use Commissioner Basic Training for ZBA Members - Virtual
Monday, May 20th, 2024
06:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Topics covered:
-Commissioner Conduct
-Conflicts
-Bias and Pre-determination
-Ex-parte Communications
-Freedom of Information (FOI)
-How to deal with applicants’ and public testimony; Statutory standards for variances, including hardship; Differences among ZBA functions: variances, appeals, and other possible mattersGeneral Commissioner training hours: 2
Fair & Affordable Housing training hours: 0Cost: Free - Registration deadline May 19, 2024 at 11:00 p.m.
If you would like to order the book “What’s Legally Required” 8th Edition by Michael A. Zizka in advance of the meeting, please visit s.uconn.edu/zizkabook. The cost is $35 plus shipping.
Contact: Renata Bertotti, UConn CLEAR, renata.bertotti@uconn.edu, (860) 345-5210