CLEAN Webinar Series - Fall 2022
CLEAN Spring 2022 Webinar Series Promotion
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Bouncing Forward from the Marshall Fire Workshop: Strategies to Support Mental Health in Teaching Climate Science Curriculum

Calling teachers in the Boulder Valley School District: the HEART Force Program (NOAA supported project run out of CIRES Education & Outreach) and the Earth Force Program (FEMA-funded) are offering professional learning to support educators and their students that are impacted by climate-related natural hazards, such as the Marshall Fire.

RISE Challenge Colorado: Info Session w/Earth Force & HEART Force

This session will provide an overview of the RISE Challenge CO program, key resources and how to get started on a student-led civic action project designed to create resilience against natural hazards in their community. We will be joined by our partners at HEART Force, who provide classroom ready lessons to introduce natural hazards to students.

Beyond Doom & Gloom: How to Teach Climate Change Towards Empowerment

Teaching about climate change is filled with distressing information about the current and future impacts on our world, and naturally can have detrimental effects on youth’s mental health. Educators will hear from youth about how they are handling this challenge, and will walk away with a variety of strategies and activities to integrate into their curriculum as they engage with today’s youth. Presenters: Youth Advisory Board Members to the Climate Mental Health Network, and Alicia Christensen, CIRES @ University of Colorado. 

Strategies for Integrating Climate Science into the Elementary Classroom with CLEAN

This webinar provides strategies for elementary teachers to integrate climate science into their classrooms. Teachers will explore how to break down this complex and controversial topic, teach it across disciplines, make it culturally relevant, use it to inspire curiosity, and motivate students to develop climate change solutions. Presenter, Alicia Christensen, CIRES @ University of Colorado, and Tiffany Boyd, Classrooms for Climate Action.  

It’s Us: Humans as Agents of Change Within Earth’s Climate System

Human impacts on the climate system are becoming increasingly evident, moving climate change from a topic that is abstract and faraway to one that is right before our eyes. It’s our job to help students learn about our role in altering the climate, but it’s important to do so in a way that’s constructive and solutions-oriented. Educational materials from the CLEAN collection can help you navigate this essential topic. Presenter: Karin Kirk, Geologist and Science Writer. 

Introduction to CLEAN

This webinar offers a guided tour of the CLEAN portal. Learn about the CLEAN collection of almost 700 climate and energy educational resources and the range of other supporting materials to help you effectively and accurately teach about climate and energy topics. Presenter: Katie Boyd, CLEAN Program Manager. 

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