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The Future at Stake: Nurturing a Greener Generation

Cary Gill

Location:

United States

Description:

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. In an ever-changing world, urgency looms over the need to preserve and protect our environment. In this thought-provoking book, a crucial connection is explored: education's role in battling the pressing dilemma of climate change. The pages unravel with compelling insights, unraveling the significance of knowledge, awareness, and empowerment in spearheading a sustainable future. Delve into the intricate dance between education and our planet's well-being as this illuminating read challenges societal norms, unveils innovative perspectives, and unveils the potential for transformative change. Duration - 5h 44m. Author - Cary Gill. Narrator - Digital Voice Mia G. Published Date - Monday, 27 January 2025. Copyright - © 2025 Gregory R Davis ©.

Language:

English

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Chapter 1: Introduction- Importance of addressing climate change 6
Chapter 1: Introduction- Importance of addressing climate change 6
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- Overview of the role of education in combating climate change 9
- Overview of the role of education in combating climate change 9
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Chapter 2: Understanding Climate Change 12
Chapter 2: Understanding Climate Change 12
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- Definition and causes of climate change 15
- Definition and causes of climate change 15
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- Historical background and global impact of climate change 18
- Historical background and global impact of climate change 18
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- Current state of the environment and its implications 22
- Current state of the environment and its implications 22
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Chapter 3: Climate Change Education: A Historical Perspective 25
Chapter 3: Climate Change Education: A Historical Perspective 25
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- Incorporation of environmental education into curricula 29
- Incorporation of environmental education into curricula 29
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- Evolution of climate change education in the past century 32
- Evolution of climate change education in the past century 32
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- Examination of successful educational initiatives worldwide 36
- Examination of successful educational initiatives worldwide 36
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Chapter 4: The Link between Education and Climate Change 40
Chapter 4: The Link between Education and Climate Change 40
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- How education can influence behaviors and attitudes towards the environment 43
- How education can influence behaviors and attitudes towards the environment 43
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- Exploring the interrelationship between environmental knowledge, awareness, and action 46
- Exploring the interrelationship between environmental knowledge, awareness, and action 46
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- Education as a catalyst for sustainable development 50
- Education as a catalyst for sustainable development 50
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Chapter 5: Incorporating Climate Change Curriculum 53
Chapter 5: Incorporating Climate Change Curriculum 53
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- Strategies for integrating climate change into school curricula 57
- Strategies for integrating climate change into school curricula 57
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- Identifying key concepts and subject areas for climate change education 61
- Identifying key concepts and subject areas for climate change education 61
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- Involving teachers, parents, and students in the curriculum development process 65
- Involving teachers, parents, and students in the curriculum development process 65
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Chapter 6: Educational Tools and Approaches 69
Chapter 6: Educational Tools and Approaches 69
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- Utilizing technology and digital platforms to enhance climate change education 71
- Utilizing technology and digital platforms to enhance climate change education 71
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- Outdoor education and interactive learning methods 74
- Outdoor education and interactive learning methods 74
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- Role of experiential learning in promoting environmental consciousness 77
- Role of experiential learning in promoting environmental consciousness 77
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Chapter 7: Building Resilience through Education 80
Chapter 7: Building Resilience through Education 80
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- How education can foster resilience in the face of climate change 84
- How education can foster resilience in the face of climate change 84
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- Promoting adaptability and problem-solving abilities in learners 87
- Promoting adaptability and problem-solving abilities in learners 87
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- Community-based approaches to climate change education 90
- Community-based approaches to climate change education 90
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Chapter 8: Educators as Agents for Change 92
Chapter 8: Educators as Agents for Change 92
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- Training and professional development for teachers to address climate change 94
- Training and professional development for teachers to address climate change 94
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- Empowering educators to inspire ecological consciousness in their students 97
- Empowering educators to inspire ecological consciousness in their students 97
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- Establishing networks and platforms for knowledge-sharing among educators 100
- Establishing networks and platforms for knowledge-sharing among educators 100
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Chapter 9: Challenges and Criticisms in Climate Change Education 103
Chapter 9: Challenges and Criticisms in Climate Change Education 103
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- Examination of potential barriers and challenges associated with climate change education 106
- Examination of potential barriers and challenges associated with climate change education 106
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- Addressing societal, cultural, and political resistance 109
- Addressing societal, cultural, and political resistance 109
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- Overcoming limitations and fostering inclusivity in educational efforts 112
- Overcoming limitations and fostering inclusivity in educational efforts 112
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Chapter 10: Beyond the Classroom: Engaging Communities 116
Chapter 10: Beyond the Classroom: Engaging Communities 116
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- The importance of involving communities in climate change awareness and action 120
- The importance of involving communities in climate change awareness and action 120
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- Collaborative partnerships between schools, local authorities, and organizations 123
- Collaborative partnerships between schools, local authorities, and organizations 123
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- Education initiatives that extend beyond formal education settings 126
- Education initiatives that extend beyond formal education settings 126
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Chapter 11: Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) 129
Chapter 11: Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) 129
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- Conceptualizing education as a tool for achieving sustainable development goals 132
- Conceptualizing education as a tool for achieving sustainable development goals 132
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- Integrating ESD into national policies and educational systems 136
- Integrating ESD into national policies and educational systems 136
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- Case studies of successful ESD implementation 139
- Case studies of successful ESD implementation 139
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Chapter 12: Assessing the Impact of Climate Change Education 142
Chapter 12: Assessing the Impact of Climate Change Education 142
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- Evaluating the effectiveness of climate change education initiatives 145
- Evaluating the effectiveness of climate change education initiatives 145
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- Measurement of knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors towards climate change 148
- Measurement of knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors towards climate change 148
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- Long-term impact on attitudes and actions related to climate change 151
- Long-term impact on attitudes and actions related to climate change 151
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Chapter 13: Climate Change Education in Developing Countries 154
Chapter 13: Climate Change Education in Developing Countries 154
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- Challenges and potential solutions for integrating climate change education in developing contexts 157
- Challenges and potential solutions for integrating climate change education in developing contexts 157
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- Importance of tailoring educational initiatives to local priorities and realities 161
- Importance of tailoring educational initiatives to local priorities and realities 161
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- Capacity building and resource mobilization for effective implementation 165
- Capacity building and resource mobilization for effective implementation 165
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Chapter 14: Climate Change Denial and Skepticism: Addressing Doubts through Education 169
Chapter 14: Climate Change Denial and Skepticism: Addressing Doubts through Education 169
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- Understanding climate change denial and skepticism and their impact 173
- Understanding climate change denial and skepticism and their impact 173
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- Strategies for engaging with climate change skeptics through education 176
- Strategies for engaging with climate change skeptics through education 176
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- Nurturing critical thinking skills and constructive debate in the classroom 179
- Nurturing critical thinking skills and constructive debate in the classroom 179
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Chapter 15: Policy Implications and Recommendations 182
Chapter 15: Policy Implications and Recommendations 182
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- Evaluating existing policies and frameworks for climate change education 186
- Evaluating existing policies and frameworks for climate change education 186
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- Proposed policy recommendations for enhancing the role of education in addressing climate change 189
- Proposed policy recommendations for enhancing the role of education in addressing climate change 189
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- International cooperation and coordination for effective policy implementation 193
- International cooperation and coordination for effective policy implementation 193
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Chapter 16: Youth Voices and Activism 196
Chapter 16: Youth Voices and Activism 196
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- Role of youth in climate change activism and education 199
- Role of youth in climate change activism and education 199
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- Amplifying youth voices to drive change and inspire action 202
- Amplifying youth voices to drive change and inspire action 202
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- Encouraging youth engagement through participatory approaches 205
- Encouraging youth engagement through participatory approaches 205
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Chapter 17: Beyond Climate Change: Education for a Sustainable Future 209
Chapter 17: Beyond Climate Change: Education for a Sustainable Future 209
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- Widening the focus of education beyond climate change to broader sustainability issues 213
- Widening the focus of education beyond climate change to broader sustainability issues 213
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- Exploring interconnected environmental, social, and economic challenges 216
- Exploring interconnected environmental, social, and economic challenges 216
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- Shaping a transformative educational framework for a sustainable future 220
- Shaping a transformative educational framework for a sustainable future 220
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Chapter 18: Case Studies: Best Practices in Climate Change Education 223
Chapter 18: Case Studies: Best Practices in Climate Change Education 223
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- Highlighting successful climate change education initiatives from around the world 226
- Highlighting successful climate change education initiatives from around the world 226
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- Exemplary projects, programs, and approaches for inspiration and replication 229
- Exemplary projects, programs, and approaches for inspiration and replication 229
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- Lessons learned and key takeaways from these case studies 232
- Lessons learned and key takeaways from these case studies 232
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Chapter 19: Future Directions and Prospects 235
Chapter 19: Future Directions and Prospects 235
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- Potential future scenarios of climate change and implications for education 238
- Potential future scenarios of climate change and implications for education 238
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- Emerging trends and innovations in climate change education 242
- Emerging trends and innovations in climate change education 242
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- Looking ahead to a more sustainable and resilient educational landscape 245
- Looking ahead to a more sustainable and resilient educational landscape 245
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Chapter 20: Conclusion- Reinforcing the Crucial Role of Education in Combating Climate Change 248
Chapter 20: Conclusion- Reinforcing the Crucial Role of Education in Combating Climate Change 248
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