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Learn how to teach climate change to K-8 students with free online course

Climate Change for educators
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Just came across this powerful resource. Enjoy!

Sign up for new IDB free online course on:
Climate Change Education

In this course you will learn how to teach climate change to elementary and middle school students in a constructive and fun way by promoting mitigation and adaptation actions in your school.

You’ll learn:

The basic science behind climate change;
The main consequences of climate change for water, energy, landscape, soil and health;
The tools for positive, attractive and participative teaching;
Ethical and social issues related to climate change.
If you are a teacher or if you are interested in climate change, this course is for you!

Format: Massive Open Online Course (MOOC)
Start date: April 27, 2017
Duration: 7 weeks
Effort: 3-4 hours per week
Cost: Free