Species extinction due to climate change

Species Extinction Due to Climate Change Reading A review article on the proximate causes of climate change related species extinction. This article by Cahill et al in the Proceedings of the Royal Society B contains various case studies on direct and indirect effects of climate change that cause species extinction. These include habitat loss, change […]

Climate Change – Related Human Migration in Bangladesh

Climate Change – Related Human Migration in Bangladesh Reading A reading to learn about climate change-related human migration and the term “climate refugees” through an example in Bangladesh. Students will read about an actual example of the climate-refugee crisis–the large-scale migration of residents from different parts of Bangladesh to the capital, Dhaka. Students will also […]

What is the Anthroposphere?

What is the Anthroposphere? Reading A short reading by the Aspen Global Change Institute that summarizes what the anthroposphere is. This resource can be used as an introduction to the topic by teachers interested in teaching about the anthroposphere and climate change. This reading provides a definition of the Anthroposphere and overview discussions on the […]

What is Climate Literacy?

What is Climate Literacy? Reading A reading by the U.S. Global Change Research Program titled ‘Climate Literacy: The Essential Principles of Climate Science’. This reading can be used as an introduction to the topic by teachers interested in teaching about climate literacy. The reading is a guide for individuals and communities. “The guide aims to […]

Climate Change – The Teacher Friendly Guide

Climate Change – The Teacher Friendly Guide Reading A reading titled ‘The Teacher Friendly Guide to Climate Change’ edited by Ingrid H. H. Zabel, Don Duggan-Haas, & Robert M. Ross,the Paleontological Research Institution. This book includes the following chapters: 1. Why Teach About Climate Change? by Don Duggan-Haas Why Teaching About Climate Change Matters Science […]