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Programming Description

Climate change is intensely impacting the earth, with profound implications now and in the future. In this course, learners will participate in interactive discussions and content about climate change, from the local to global levels. It will explore both the science and personal actions we can take to tackle climate change. The course will also empower learners with tools and resources to understand the foundations of climate change, its impact on our societies, and how to navigate a changing climate. Throughout the course, examples are provided to help equip learners with credible and practical information on how to act on climate change within their workplace roles. No prerequisites are required to take this course.

Learner Outcomes

Describe the fundamentals of climate change science.

Explain observed and projected trends in the climate.

Identify the implications (impacts) of climate change in the local and global context.

Understand vulnerability in the context of climate change.

Identify mitigation actions as well as how to adapt to the negative impacts of climate change.

Demonstrate how resilience to climate change can be fostered?through action.

Notes

This course is only available to employees of the Environment and Climate Change department of the Government of the Northwest Territories. This course will provide participants with opportunities to connect virtually with the course facilitator. These sessions will be required for those who are unable to attend. The dates for these sessions will be chosen via polling when course begins.
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