Educación sobre el cambio climático from edX

Nuestro clima está cambiando rápidamente y ahora, más que nunca, debemos estar preparados para actuar y preparar a la próxima generación para cuidar nuestro planeta.

Enmanuel, profesor en Costa Rica afirma que: " Como docente, el curso me permitió incorporar a mis clases material y bibliografía actualizada e interdisciplinaria relacionada con el tema de cambio climático. Como profesional, brinda mejores herramientas para sustentar propuestas que reducir el impacto de la construcción en el cambio climático ".

Este curso explora la ciencia básica detrás del cambio climático y presenta herramientas para enseñarlo de una manera positiva, atractiva y participativa. También introduce algunas de las cuestiones éticas y sociales relacionadas con el cambio climático.

Se utilizan videos, planes de lecciones y juegos en línea con ejemplos de América Latina y el Caribe, desarrollados por la iniciativa “Súbete: educación sobre el cambio climático” del BID. El curso está dirigido a docentes de educación primaria y secundaria, y tiene como objetivo prepararlos para enseñar sobre cambio climático y promover acciones de mitigación y adaptación frente al cambio climático en su escuela y comunidad.

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Learning objectives

Ciencia básica del cambio climático.
Principales cuestiones éticas y sociales del cambio climático
Principales consecuencias del cambio climático para el agua, la energía, el paisaje, el suelo y nuestra salud

¿qué podemos hacer individualmente, como escuela y como comunidad para vivir una vida más sostenible y saludable?
Cómo utilizar juegos, debates, experimentos, teatro, periódicos, entre otros, para apoyar y mejorar el aprendizaje.

Ciencia básica del cambio climático.
Principales cuestiones éticas y sociales del cambio climático
Principales consecuencias del cambio climático para el agua, la energía, el paisaje, el suelo y nuestra salud
¿qué podemos hacer individualmente, como escuela y como comunidad para vivir una vida más sostenible y saludable?
Cómo utilizar juegos, debates, experimentos, teatro, periódicos, entre otros, para apoyar y mejorar el aprendizaje.

Syllabus

Módulo 1: Nuestro clima está cambiandoIntroducción al cambio climático, incluido qué es el cambio climático, la diferencia entre el clima y el tiempo y las causas del efecto invernadero. Ideas sobre el uso de imágenes y periódicos en las actividades de clase.

Módulo 2: Energía y cambio climáticoIntroducción del ciclo energético, los diferentes tipos de energía y fuentes de energía renovables y no renovables. Presentación del uso del cómic y del espacio escolar para apoyar el aprendizaje.

Módulo 3: Agua y cambio climáticoIntroducción a la importancia del agua en nuestras vidas y los principales efectos del cambio climático en el ciclo del agua. Presentación del uso de juegos y vídeos en las actividades de clase.

Módulo 4: Suelo y cambio climáticoIntroducción a las diferentes formas de cultivo, sus impactos sociales, económicos y ambientales y el impacto del cambio climático en la disponibilidad y calidad de los alimentos. Presentación del uso de experimentos y debates en las actividades de clase.

Módulo 5: Paisaje y cambio climáticoIntroducción a los factores que configuran nuestro paisaje, incluidos los desastres naturales y la acción humana y la importancia de los bosques y páramos para el ecosistema terrestre. Presentación del uso de espacios comunitarios e historias para apoyar el aprendizaje.

Módulo 6: Entornos sosteniblesIntroducción a los efectos de las megaciudades en el medio ambiente y cómo podemos mitigarlos a través del consumo inteligente y las ciudades sostenibles. Presentación del uso de modelos y juegos de rol en las actividades de clase.

Módulo 7: Ambientes SaludablesIntroducción a los elementos que componen un ambiente saludable, los riesgos del cambio climático para nuestra salud y lo que podemos hacer para garantizar que el ambiente escolar y comunitario sea saludable y seguro.

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Know what's good

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Adapts concepts and lessons to Latin American and Caribbean contexts, which may increase relevance for some learners

Provides materials and resources for educators at the elementary and secondary levels, which may help them improve instruction

Provides materials and resources that support interdisciplinary learning, which may improve retention and engagement with students

Offers a flexible learning pace, which may be valuable to time-constrained learners

May be valuable to educators who need to design lesson plans that address emerging sustainability issues

May provide learners with a more comprehensive understanding of climate change and sustainability issues, which may increase awareness and inspire activism

Requires an additional $25 for a Verified Certificate, which may deter some learners

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Educación sobre el cambio climático with these activities:

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Prepare yourself for success as you come up to speed on the areas of emphasis for this course and the materials you need to succeed

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Review the course syllabus
Gather course materials
Read introductory materials

Read and summarize 'The Sixth Extinction' by Elizabeth Kolbert

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Expand your knowledge of climate change and its impacts on biodiversity through a thought-provoking and well-researched book

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Read 'The Sixth Extinction' by Elizabeth Kolbert
Take notes while reading
Summarize key points

Practice creating climate change lesson plans

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Solidify your command over the material by creating lesson plans that closely resemble the learning experience in this course

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Identify a topic from the course
Research the topic
Develop lesson objectives
Create lesson activities
Write lesson plan

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Lead a class discussion on climate change

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Enhance your communication and presentation skills while reinforcing your understanding of climate change through leading a class discussion

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Prepare discussion topic
Research climate change
Lead class discussion
Moderate discussion
Summarize key points

Design an educational poster on climate change

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Showcase your ability to translate your climate change knowledge into a compelling and informative resource for students

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Research climate change
Identify key messages
Design the poster
Write the text
Edit and proofread the poster

Volunteer with a climate change organization

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Gain hands-on experience in addressing climate change while contributing to your community

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Research climate change organizations
Identify opportunities to volunteer
Apply for volunteer position
Participate in volunteer activities
Evaluate volunteer experience

Develop a climate change action plan

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Apply your knowledge of climate change to develop a comprehensive plan for addressing its impacts in your community

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Research climate change impacts
Identify local stakeholders
Develop action plan
Present action plan to stakeholders
Implement action plan

Career center

Learners who complete Educación sobre el cambio climático will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Environmental Educator

Environmental educators teach people of all ages about the environment and how to protect it. This course will provide you with resources and strategies for teaching climate change, its effects, and strategies for building more sustainable communities. It may be helpful to pair this course with one that provides a strong science background related to climate change.

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Green Building Consultant

Green building consultants work to design and construct buildings that are more environmentally friendly. They may evaluate the energy efficiency and sustainability of a building and recommend ways to improve it. This course will help you contribute to the creation of a more sustainable built environment, through its focus on sustainability and energy use.

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Climate Change Adaptation Specialist

Climate change adaptation specialists help communities and businesses prepare for the impacts of climate change. This course will provide you with a strong understanding of the science, ethics, and social issues surrounding climate change, its effects, and strategies for making our communities more resilient. Studying this course will give you an advantage when preparing to enter this specialization.

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Science Communicator

Science communicators are responsible for translating complex scientific information into easy-to-understand language. This course will provide you with a strong understanding of the science, ethics, and social issues surrounding climate change, and the tools to communicate it. This will serve you well on your journey to becoming a science communicator.

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Research Scientist

Research scientists who study the environment may specialize in climate change. This course can help you understand the science behind climate change, as well as tools for teaching it to others. The course may serve as one component of your education on the journey to becoming a research scientist.

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Environmental Activist

Climate change is one of the most pressing issues facing the world today, and environmental activists work on many different issues related to it. This course will provide you with a solid foundation in the science, ethics, and social issues surrounding climate change. While taking this course will not guarantee success as an environmental activist, it will give you the tools to fully commit to this career path.

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Environmental Journalist

Environmental journalists report on environmental issues, which includes climate change. The course will provide you with a strong understanding of the science, ethics, and social issues surrounding climate change. This course can help you develop the background knowledge necessary to succeed in environmental journalism.

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Sustainability Consultant

Sustainability consultants advise businesses and organizations on how to reduce the negative environmental impact of their operations. The curriculum of this course can help you understand the basics of these impacts, as well as how to develop and implement sustainability strategies.

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Environmental Lawyer

Environmental lawyers work to promote environmental protection by advising businesses and governments on environmental laws and regulations. They may also represent clients in environmental litigation. This course can help you understand the science behind climate change, the ethical and social issues, and its legal implications. This course is a valuable addition to your toolkit if you want to stand out in the field of environmental law.

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Environmental Policy Analyst

This course can help you to develop a foundation for a career as an environmental policy analyst. The course will help you understand the science behind climate change, its effect on the environment, and ways to mitigate and adapt to its effects. Studying this course will prepare you to complete research and analysis, which will help you develop and implement environmental policy in the future.

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Conservation Scientist

Conservation scientists strive to protect plant and animal species, many of which are affected by the impact of climate change. This course will help you understand the science behind climate change, its effect on the environment, and what we can do to conserve species and ecosystems. It may be a good idea to pair this course with another that delves deeper into the role of conservation science.

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Climate Change Analyst

This course touches on many of the topics that climate change analysts navigate on a daily basis, including the science of climate change, its effects on the environment, and ways to mitigate and adapt to its effects. This course can be part of your journey to a successful career as a climate change analyst.

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Landscape Architect

This course can help you succeed in landscape architecture, a field that seeks to design and build sustainable environments. Many of the modules in the course can help you contribute to the protection of the environment, including sustainable environments, the role of water, and the effects of climate change on the landscape.

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Teacher

If you are looking to get into teaching, in particular at the primary and secondary levels, this course may be a great fit. The course will provide you with materials and strategies to teach climate change to your students. This course can set you up for success in the teaching field and prepare you for the realities of what students are facing in the world today.

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Environmental Engineer

Environmental engineers use their understanding of science and math to contribute to the protection of the environment. They may play a role in the design of systems that reduce greenhouse gas emissions or participate in the cleanup of polluted sites. Thanks to its focus on climate change, this course may be useful for an aspiring environmental engineer.

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