Abstract
The Florida Everglades have been dramatically altered by a variety of water withdrawals and diversions over the past century that have substantially decreased the flow of vital freshwater with cascading impacts throughout this unique ecosystem. In this case study, we review the Everglades ecosystem, focusing on both biological diversity and water quality and hydrology; describe how various water management actions have affected the structure and function of the Everglades; consider the compounding effects that sea level rise may have on the ecosystem; describe ongoing monitoring activities designed to track the condition of the Everglades ecosystem; and review the ongoing Everglades restoration program, probably the largest such effort of its kind. Students will have the opportunity to analyze real world data, critique research publications, design an experiment to help better understand new threats, explore cutting edge technologies, assess ongoing management efforts, and consider the many systems connections at work across this complex ecosystem.
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