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CH-EDU: Climate Change Education

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Climate Change Education (CH-EDU) is an interdisciplinary course designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the scientific, social, economic, and political dimensions of climate change. The course aims to equip future educators, policymakers, and leaders with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively communicate and address the challenges of climate change in various contexts.

COURSE OBJECTIVES | LEARNING OUTCOMES

At the end of this course, the student will be able to:

Understand the fundamental scientific principles of climate change, including the greenhouse effect, carbon cycle, and the role of human activity in climate change.

Analyze the impacts of climate change on natural systems, human health, economies, and societies around the world.

Evaluate the effectiveness of current strategies, policies, and technologies aimed at mitigating and adapting to climate change.

Develop and apply communication strategies to educate diverse audiences about climate change, encouraging informed decision-making and action.

Design and implement educational programs and materials that effectively convey complex climate change information in accessible and engaging ways.

COURSE CMS SPECIFICS

Credit value: 3-6 (US standard) | 6-12 (ECTS standard)

Indicative duration (full-time): 4-10 weeks

Indicative duration (part-time): 5-12 weeks

Certificate: Yes

COURSE METHODOLOGY

This course is based on standard EUCLID methodology. Students may refer to the following resources:

Academic Guidelines (HQ version)

Academic Guidelines (most recent version, even if unofficial)

Student Orientation Guidelines (most recent version, even if unofficial)

Zotero instructions for EUCLID students

Grammarly instructions for EUCLID students

REQUIRED TEXTS AND MATERIAL

Course material is provided in the form of embedded videos, audio MP3s, and/or downloadable PDFs.

ASSESSMENT METHODS

Written Assignments, Response Papers and Major Paper: 40% (must pass)

Quiz: 10% (must pass)

Final Exam: 50% (must pass)

 

COURSE SYLLABUS | ACCESS TO 7 PERIODS

Course Instructor:

This is course is supervised by a primary instructor/faculty member and may also be served by a backup instructor.

The International Faculty Coordinator will confirm the assignment. Do not contact any instructor prior to LMS enrollment with faculty assignment confirmed.