• Target Keystage(s): Post 16, Tertiary,
• Curriculum Subject(s): Citizenship, Geography, Science,
• Who Do We Think We Are Theme(s): History/Settlement,

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The Earthwatch learning resources, supported by The Learning and Skills Network, include a presentation about the impacts of climate change and nine themed case studies exploring pollution, deforestation and habitat destruction, sustainable use of resources, sustainable agriculture, and endangered species conservation.

Each case study offers an in-depth analysis of an Earthwatch field research project and its conservation objectives, such as determining the impact of acid rain on forests in the Czech Republic, assessing the affect of human activities on dolphins in the Hebrides and understanding how Madagascar's lemurs are reacting to habitat destruction.

The case studies describe research techniques and methods used in the field and provide examples of scientific data collected on Earthwatch projects, enabling students to learn about analysis and interpretation.  They also provide a glossary of terms and a suggested reading list for further study.

The Climate Change learning resources are divided into six sections, which include background information about the science of climate change, Earthwatch case studies, suggested classroom discussion topics and links to scientific and popular websites. The 3rd section of the resource, titled 'Climate Change: The Social and Economic Impacts', looks specifically at an Earthwatch project case study about 'Communities and Wildlife in the Samburu, Kenya' and enables young people to consider their responsibilities as global citizens.

To view and download the Climate Change packs, please select the following link to the Learning Resources section of the Earthwatch website: http://www.earthwatch.org/europe/get_involved/involved_learning/learning_resources/resources_climatechange