October 26–28, 2020 | Durham, NC

Abstract for Session 3E: Tuesday 10:00–12:00

Session 3E
Climate Education for the Next Generation: Teaching Climate Change in High Schools
SENATE

Convened Session   Climate Education for the Next Generation: Teaching Climate Change in High Schools

Matt Schnabel — SC Project Learning Tree

Project Learning Tree and the University of Florida have developed a new secondary module to help educators in the Southeast teach about climate change impacts on forest ecosystems, the role of forests in sequestering carbon, and strategies for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and adapting to changing climatic conditions. The module explores these concepts in 14 experiential activities by using research related to the goals of PINEMAP—a regional research, education, and extension program focused on southern pine management and climate change. During this session, participants will be introduced to the module, participate in activities from the module, and learn how to access the materials. Participants will be introduced to the website of the new secondary module, along with tools and resources to help participants use the activities with their students.

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