Soneva Academy 2021

In this course we will enter into the world of the most dangerous animal on the planet. How it is having a grip on mankind, how it affects our everyday lives, and what we can do to protect ourselves from the diseases it transmits to us when it bites.
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​There will be three modules in the course, followed by an exam:
​Module one: Let’s watch a movie! Together we will watch the Discovery Channel documentary ‘Mosquito’ in which Bart features prominently alongside people like Bill Gates and others. It will give a very nice insight in the world of mosquitoes and how it affects the world. As the movie (ca. 1 hour) plays, we will stop from time to time to discuss what we see. Participants can take notes in preparation for the exam.
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​Module two: Let’s do a quiz! We will do a multiple-choice quiz in which you will be asked questions about mosquitoes. As we walk through the questions, we will elaborate on the answers and provide a lot more information and background to these questions.
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​Module three: Let’s see what Soneva does against mosquitoes! You will receive a detailed overview of how Soneva has been tackling the mosquito problem since the spring of 2019. You will see how successful we have been without using a drop of insecticide. And how we will expand our approach to reach other resorts and local islands in future.
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​Exam: Let’s see what we’ve learned! Time for a review of the knowledge you have gained. Don’t worry, we will not make it too difficult for you… If you pass your test, you will receive a certificate. Also, we will show you what the next course (to reach the ‘skilled’ level) will encompass.
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​We look forward to welcoming you on the course soon!
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​Bart Knols, PhD MBA (Managing Director of Science & Conservation at Soneva) Akib Jahir, MSc (Integrated Pest Control Manager at Soneva)