Climate Change

Vorgesehener Endnutzer: Lehrer

Altersgruppe: Upper Primary; Lower Secondary; Upper Secondary

Lehrplan der Schule: Science; Social, Physical & Health Education; Social & Environment Science; Applied Science

Themen und Fragestellungen: Environmental Change; Food and Agriculture; Information & Knowledge

Dauer: Two to four class periods

Art der Ressource: Assessment, Experiment, Lesson Plans, Project

Schlüsselwörter: Climate changes; Biodiversity; Climate adaptation, Inquiry Based Learning

Sprachen: Englisch


Beschreibung

This Climate Change and Biodiversity resource is an interactive professional development tool designed for teachers to integrate sustainability education into their science curricula. It guides students through species vulnerability assessments, allowing them to analyse real-world data on how climate change affects ecosystems and species survival. The resource aligns with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) and Common Core Standards, ensuring relevance in science education. Students explore key environmental concepts such as adaptation, biodiversity loss, and conservation efforts through inquiry-based learning activities. Additionally, it encourages critical thinking and problem-solving, making it an excellent resource for educators seeking to enhance scientific literacy and sustainability citizenship in the classroom.


Wie Sie diese Ressource nutzen können

Introduction: Engage students with a class discussion on climate change and adaptation.

Research Phase: Students explore the case of the Bramble Cay melomys (first mammal lost to human-induced climate change).

Vulnerability Assessment: Students assess species using provided WWF species vulnerability assessments.

Analysis & Conservation Planning: Students discuss biodiversity impacts and suggest adaptation strategies.

Reflection: Students apply learning to their own community and discuss personal climate actions.


Die Ressourcen

Learning Activity: Climate Change and Biodiversity:

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SDGs

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Klimamaßnahmen
Life below water
Leben an Land
Partnerships for the goals

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