CAMBRIDGE, MA - NOVEMBER 4: Massachusetts Institute of Technology professor of linguistics Noam Chomsky speaks during a program titled "Why Iraq?" attended by an overflow crowd at Harvard University November 4, 2002 in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Chomsky has been outspoken in his criticism of U.S. foreign policy. (Photo by William B. Plowman/Getty Images)
A video lecture by Dr. Noam Chomsky on Public Policy and Climate Change Education. This video discusses legislative processes of public education related to climate change, renewable energy, and fossil fuels. It specifically discusses how, in certain cases, the notion that there is a lack of scientific consensus on climate change can be used to fuel climate denial propaganda through public education.
Students will learn about the Public Education system in the US and the possible role of corporations in influencing curriculum. They will further learn how public perception can be influenced through climate change education policies.
Use this tool to help your students find answers to:
Discuss the role of corporations and their influence in public education policy in the US?
How does the notion that there is a ‘lack of scientific consensus in climate science’ used in climate change denial rhetoric in the US?
What is the role of public education policy in promoting the continued use of fossil fuels over renewable energy?
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