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We help students overcome common misconceptions about climate change, evolution, and the nature of science.
We help students overcome common misconceptions about climate change, evolution, and the nature of science.
Understanding the complexity of climate change can be an extremely challenging endeavor for adults, much less for high school students. By studying climate change in the context of a student’s local community or region — often referred to as place-based learning — the science of climate change can become much more accessible. Complex issues are broken down into relevant topics with a familiar context for students. In this lesson set, students begin by analyzing the global impacts of extreme weather events. They narrow their focus through various national, regional, and community lenses. By examining these different levels of climate impact, students can more accurately assess the relationship between severe weather events and current climate trends as well as design potential mitigation solutions for the future of their community.
This lesson set was updated on March 1, 2022.
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This is a beta version of Lesson Set Four.
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