Intro to Permaculture

Name: Intro to Permaculture
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Exploring the Fundamental Principles, History & Evolution of the Permaculture Movement

Created byJeffrey Jackson

Last updated 3/2018

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What you'll learn

What is Permaculture and Why it Matters
Permaculture's Powerful Vision for Individuals & the World
The Iconic Figures Who Inspired, Formed & Expanded Permaculture
Actionable Steps that can be taken Beyond the Garden!

Course content

2 sections • 12 lectures • 2h 1m total length

Creating Intention
What is Permaculture?6:58
In this lesson we will learn--you guessed it!-- What is Permaculture. Here, we'll explore:

Where the name permaculture came from
Permaculture's evolving definition
And why we should care about it
Mini Time Capsule
Unique Journey
The Permaculture Vision6:44
In this lesson we will take a closer look at:
How permaculture is perceived and being applied around the world
What culture is
And permaculture's profound vision for existence
Shared Culture
Relax
The Seeds of Permaculture13:18
In this lesson we'll explore the lives of the three most commonly referenced pre-permaculture visionaries:
Joseph Russell Smith
P.A. Yeomans
Masanobu Fukuoka
Positive Vision
Immediate Positive Action
The Birth of Permaculture17:25
In this Lesson we'll explore:
The life paths that brought together Bill Mollison & David Holmgren, the co-originators of the permaculture concept
The question that sparked a quiet revolution
And the unique directions each founder took the permaculture concept after its conception
Emotions of Transition

Introduction: Three Ethics7:29
In this lesson we will be introduced to the three fundamental ethical principles of permaculture:
Care for the Earth | Earth Care
Care for People | People Care
Set Limits to Consumption and Reproduction, and Redistribute Surplus | Fair Shares
Ethics & Me
Community Values
Earth Care9:05
In this lesson we will dive deeper into ways of caring for the Earth, including:
Care of Living Soil
Ecological Stewardship
Sacred Biodiversity
Commitment to Earth Care
Personal Ecological Footprint
People Care5:18
In this lesson we will expand upon the People Care ethical principle to better understand:
That Self Care ≠ Selfish
The Difference between Consuming & Creating
And how each individual is the greatest leverage point for lasting change
Commitment to People Care
Taking Personal Responsibility
Fair Shares5:48
In this lesson we will explore the intentional paradox that is the ethic of Fair Shares. Here, we will discover:
The difference between abundance and opulence
The need to set limits to growth
And the importance of creating & redistributing surplus
Commitment to Fair Shares
Sharing Surpluses
Introduction: Design Principles10:24
In this lesson we will be introduced to the twelve permaculture design principles while exploring their:
Roots in Systems Thinking
Whole Systems View
And Interconnected Nature
Principle Relations
Design Principles Explored19:20
In this lesson we will briefly explore the fundamental aspects of each of the twelve design principles.
Life Principles
Applying the Principles
Attitudinal Principles8:52
In this lesson we will expand upon the five attitudinal principles to help us properly orient ourselves to Nature.
Revisiting the Time Capsule
Sharing Change
Domains of Action10:47
In this lesson we will review a list of possible domains of action which are integral to the success of a complete, regenerative culture.
Final Reflection & Revisiting Intention
Continuing to Grow

Requirements

A Positive Attitude
An Open Mind
A Willingness to Share & Change

Description

Intro to Permaculture is an intricately designed online micro-course series that presents a lean and clear perspective of the Permaculture Movement and Design System. This introductory series traces the outlaying roots back to the central tap and reaches deep into the profound wisdom of Nature. This concise, yet concentrated, perspective of Permaculture cuts straight to the heart, gifting us the opportunity to connect directly to the pure, untainted source.

Those bold enough to embark on this richly intimate journey inward will find equal parts of challenge and inspiration. At the edge of this balance between tension and potential we will individually sow the seeds of collective change.

Like Permaculture, this Intro to Permaculture Series asks us to take personal responsibility and act within our own capacities. Throughout the series we will be prompted to pause and reflect over course content and discover the diverse ways it connects to our individual lives. Once this connection is made, we can flip the switch and let the currents of action flow!

Community is the keystone that holds the learning process together. Thus, we are all encouraged to share our thoughts, feelings, and reflections with fellow participants and instructors. In this way we can create a more intimate, less sterile, learning environment.

Who this course is for:

Those bold enough to embark on this richly intimate journey inward will find equal parts of challenge and inspiration. At the edge of this balance between tension and potential we will individually sow the seeds of collective change.

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