Climate Change, The Humanities, and Planetary Citizenship

Climate Change, The Humanities, and Planetary Citizenship Video A video microlecture by Stephanie LeMenager, Radcliffe Institute fellow (2016–2017), Harvard University titled ‘Climate Citizenship and the Humanities’. This short video discusses the role of the Humanities in understanding climate change and dealing with its impacts. It introduces the term ‘planetary citizens’ in an era of unpredictable […]

Climate Change in the Chemistry Classroom

Climate Change in the Chemistry Classroom Video Module A video lecture by Rahul Chopra, TROP ICSU and IISER Pune on climate change educational resources that Chemistry teachers can use in their classrooms. These educational resources integrate climate change understanding with the core curriculum in Chemistry. This video lecture is part of an online e-learning course […]

Climate Change in the Humanities Classroom

Climate Change in the Humanities Classroom Video A video lecture by Rahul Chopra, TROP ICSU and IISER Pune on climate change educational resources that Humanities teachers can use in their classrooms. These educational resources integrate climate change understanding with the core curriculum in Humanities. This video lecture is part of an online e-learning course (MOOC) […]

Food Security

Food Security Video A video micro-lecture to understand the topic of food security and learn about the relationship between food production and the climate. Students will learn about food security, the various dimensions of food security, the possible effects of food production on climate, and the influence of climate change on crop yields. Use this […]

Climate Change, the Environment, and Human Health

Climate Change, the Environment, and Human Health Teaching Module A teaching module to learn about the impacts of climate change on human health, and to discuss climate adaptation and mitigation measures that would reduce these health-related risks. Students will apply systems thinking to learn about the changing climatic conditions on Earth; the effects of a […]

The Science and Modeling of Climate Change

The Science and Modeling of Climate Change Online Course An e-learning course to learn about the science of climate change, simple climate models, natural factors and human activities that influence climate, and options to mitigate climate change. Students will perform exercises and activities to model the greenhouse effect, various feedback mechanisms that influence climate, the […]

Visualizing the Carbon Emissions in New York City

Visualizing the Carbon Emissions in New York City Video A video that presents a realistic and engaging visualization of the total carbon emissions and rate of carbon emissions in New York City. Students will learn about the carbon footprint of New York City, based on data from 2010. They will also be introduced to an […]

Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation in African Cities

Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation in African Cities Online Course An e-learning course to understand the drivers and impacts of climate change in cities, and to learn about various planning and decision-making approaches for climate change adaptation in African cities. Students will learn about climate change and its impact on cities, social vulnerability and its […]

Climate Change and Agriculture

Climate Change and Agriculture Reading A reading to learn about the effects of climate change on food security and to explore climate change adaptation measures to ensure food security. The modules in this reading (from the Contents) are: Climate Change Impacts on Food Security: Overview of Latest Knowledge Ensuring Food Security and Good Nutrition in […]

Understanding Climate Vulnerabilities and Building Climate Resilience

Understanding Climate Vulnerabilities and Building Climate Resilience Game A game that provides an immersive learning experience to visualize the possible effects of climate change on our cities and neighborhoods in the future, and to explore actions for climate change adaptation and mitigation. Students will visualize the effects of climate change—such as sea-level rise, storm surges, […]