Tackling climate change in secondary science SL213

Mapping and developing climate science and air quality science in the secondary curriculum

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Summary

Climate and air quality science are quickly changing and often motivating topics for students. We will investigate where we teach climate science and air quality across the biology, chemistry and physics curriculum and look at developing the student understanding as a holistic approach in the separate sciences. This course will also draw on a bank of real air quality data, including from school classrooms, to bring relevant and engaging scenarios to your teaching.

We will look at interesting contexts you can use in your teaching and the exciting current and emerging roles we have in the sector.

Who is it for?

Teachers and subject leaders of secondary science

What topics are covered?

• Understanding climate science
• Use of data in climate science
• Climate contexts and emerging areas
• Careers and opportunities in the climate sector 

How will you learn?

Live interactive remote session with an experienced practitioner

How long is this course?

3 hours

Outcomes

By the end of the course, you will be able to:

• Understand the key ideas in climate science and how we can develop a cohesive approach
• Investigate engaging contexts to use in your teaching of climate topics
• Develop a better understanding of the variety of careers available in the sector