Units / Unit D / Climate Science, Decisions, and Perspectives

Climate Science, Decisions, and Perspectives

International climate programs, limits of models, and evaluating human choices (D-GO3-SO4, D-GO4-SO3–SO6).

Lesson plan — step by step

1
Prepare
Print or project short excerpts from IPCC summary for teachers (not full reports).; Role cards: scientist, industry, Indigenous elder voice (respectful, not stereotyped), youth activist.
2
Set purpose
Display learning-intent slide; clarify success criteria and POS tags.
3
Teach
Walk through 10 slides in order—use talk tracks and questions in presenter notes.
4
Formative check
Position with evidence: Groups defend one transport-emissions reduction strategy using two evidence sources and one limitation.
5
Close
Exit slide; assign optional review of student notes online.

Print or project short excerpts from IPCC summary for teachers (not full reports).
Role cards: scientist, industry, Indigenous elder voice (respectful, not stereotyped), youth activist.

D-GO3D-GO4

Capstone STS lesson: decision-making using research skills from Unit D emphasis.

Print or project short excerpts from IPCC summary for teachers (not full reports).
Role cards: scientist, industry, Indigenous elder voice (respectful, not stereotyped), youth activist.

Single weather events are not proof of climate trends — distinguish weather and climate.
Models are not predictions with certainty — they show scenarios with stated limits.

Position with evidence
Groups defend one transport-emissions reduction strategy using two evidence sources and one limitation.
Look for: Cites data; acknowledges uncertainty; respects multiple perspectives per POS SO6.