Investigate the impacts of climate change on our atmosphere and shorelines in Climate & Our Coast. Students will develop solutions to the effects of climate change by analyzing the delicate balance of the carbon cycle and engineering models of sea level rise adaptations.
Grades 9–12
Program Objectives:
- Students will define weather and climate
- Students will explore global and local impacts of climate change
- Students will create a model that engineers solutions to protect shorelines from sea level rise
- Students will discuss the carbon cycle, its impacts on our ecosystem and reducing their own carbon footprints
In-person Participation Information:
- Student capacity: 15 students
- Cost: $200 (waivers available upon demonstration of need)
- Teacher chaperones: One chaperone is required for every 10 students (1:10 ratio) at minimum
Program Activities:
- Climate Change Presentation
- Climate Jenga
- Build a Shoreline Adaptation
- Open Wetlab Exploration