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  ' Climate Change Where I Live

  Climate Change Where I Live (CCWIL) is a unique approach to teaching and learning about climate change that takes this global and often daunting issue down to the local level, facilitating student inquiry into the impacts of...

  Type:Lesson Plan
  Topic:Air, Atmosphere and Climate, Food and Agriculture, Natural Disasters
  Subject:Science, Geography, Environmental Studies, Earth Science, Environmental Science
  Level:Secondary
  Grade: 9 10 11 12
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  Adventures in Energy - An Interactive Look at Oil and Natural Gas

  This one-of-a-kind interactive learning tool highlights the cutting-edge technologies and practices used in the exploration, production, and transportation of oil and natural gas. Chock full of illustrations and animations,...

  Type:Research
  Topic:Energy Generation, Energy Use and Conservation, Natural Resources
  Subject:Science, Earth Science, Environmental Science
  Level:Secondary
  Grade: 9 10 11 12
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  Arctic Oscillation

  'Arctic Ossilation' is a module designed to help students explore the history and importance of arctic oscillation and predict what a change in phase might mean. After reading through the scenario and using the additional...

  Type:Lesson Plan
  Topic:Air, Atmosphere and Climate
  Subject:Science, Geography, Environmental Studies, Earth Science, Environmental Science
  Level:Primary / Elementary, Intermediate / Middle, Secondary
  Grade:K 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
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  Carbon Dioxide Trends

  Carbon Dioxide Trends is Lesson 2 from "Climate Change: Connections & Solutions" for grades 9 to 12. In this lesson, students graph data to examine seasonal and long-term atmospheric carbon dioxide trends during the past...

  Type:Lesson Plan
  Topic:Air, Atmosphere and Climate
  Subject:Mathematics, Physics, Earth Science, Environmental Science
  Level:Secondary
  Grade: 9 10 11 12
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  Carbon Sinks and Sources

  Through questioning and partnering, students gain an understanding of the complex system of carbon cycling that works to balance the levels of carbon in our atmosphere. It is important for students to understand that simple choices...

  Type:Lesson Plan
  Topic:Air, Atmosphere and Climate, Ecosystems, Taking Action
  Subject:Social Studies, Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, Environmental Science
  Level:Secondary
  Grade: 9 10 11 12
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  CBC Media Panel on Climate Change and Extreme Weather

  A CBC Media Panel on climate change and extreme weather (Winnipeg) — although specific to a particular city, this is a good resource to initiate an Inquiry — the link between climate change and taking a shower? Audio...

  Type:Research
  Topic:Air, Atmosphere and Climate
  Subject:Science, Geography, Earth Science, Environmental Science
  Level:Secondary
  Grade: 9 10 11 12
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  Climate Change and Its Impact On Water Management

  An explanation of how water levels in a watershed (in this case the Mississippi Valley Watershed) can be controlled and managed through the seasons and to mitigate extreme weather events like floods. Useful in understanding how the...

  Type:Research
  Topic:Air, Atmosphere and Climate, Natural Disasters, Water Issues
  Subject:Geography, Interdisciplinary Studies, Environmental Studies, Earth Science, Environmental Science
  Level:Intermediate / Middle, Secondary
  Grade: 9 10 11 12
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  Climate Change and Maple Syrup

  A series of online articles that explore the impacts of climate change on maple trees and the the production of maple syrup. Could support student inquiry into the effects of climate change on their local environment, on the local...

  Type:Research
  Topic:Aboriginal Rights and Knowledge, Air, Atmosphere and Climate, Ecosystems
  Subject:Geography, Environmental Studies, Religion, Earth Science, Environmental Science
  Level:Secondary
  Grade: 8 9 10 11 12
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  Climate Change Denial

  This activity explores the phenomenon of climate change denial, what lies behind it and the dangers it presents. Students will also discuss what might be dont to confront climate change denial and create viable solutions for their...

  Type:Lesson Plan
  Topic:Air, Atmosphere and Climate, Science and Technology, Taking Action
  Subject:Behavioral Studies, Environmental Studies, Biology, Earth Science, Environmental Science
  Level:Intermediate / Middle, Secondary
  Grade: 7 8 9 10 11 12
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  Climate Change Despair and Empowerment Activity

  This activity encourages students to share their thoughts and anxieties surrounding climate change in a community circle. The goal is to help students discover their common fears in hopes of fostering a readiness for shared...

  Type:Lesson Plan
  Topic:Air, Atmosphere and Climate, Social Justice, Taking Action
  Subject:Environmental Studies, Aboriginal Studies, Law, Earth Science, Environmental Science
  Level:Intermediate / Middle, Secondary
  Grade: 7 8 9 10 11 12
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