World Climate Coursework

I. Introduction

Welcome to the World Climate Coursework! In this coursework, you will delve into the complexities of global climate change and its impacts on our planet. This introduction provides an overview of the coursework objectives, expectations, and resources.

II. Course Overview

A. Course Objectives

1. Understand the science behind climate change

2. Explore the causes and consequences of global warming

3. Analyze mitigation and adaptation strategies

B. Course Duration

• Start Date: [Start Date]

• End Date: [End Date]

C. Course Structure

This coursework is divided into different modules, each focusing on different aspects of climate change. Each module includes readings, discussions, assignments, and quizzes to deepen your understanding.

III. Module Details

A. Module 1: Understanding Climate Science

1.1 Readings

• Textbook: "Climate Change: A Very Short Introduction" by Mark Maslin

• Article: "The Basics of Climate Change" - National Geographic

1.2 Assignments

• Assignment 1: Research on greenhouse gases

• Assignment 2: Analysis of climate models

B. Module 2: Causes of Climate Change

2.1 Readings

• IPCC Report: "Climate Change 2021: The Physical Science Basis"

• Scientific Paper: "The Role of Carbon Dioxide in Climate Change" - Nature

2.2 Assignments

• Assignment 1: Case study on deforestation

• Assignment 2: Carbon footprint calculation

C. Module 3: Impacts and Adaptation

3.1 Readings

• Impact Report: "IPCC Special Report on Global Warming of 1.5°C"

• Case Study: "Adapting to Climate Change: Lessons from Coastal Communities"

3.2 Assignments

• Assignment 1: Vulnerability assessment of a region

• Assignment 2: Adaptation strategies analysis

D. Module 4: Mitigation and Policy

4.1 Readings

• Policy Document: "Paris Agreement on Climate Change"

• Research Paper: "Economics of Climate Change Mitigation" - The Lancet

4.2 Assignments

• Assignment 1: Policy critique

• Assignment 2: Proposal for sustainable practices

IV. Assessment

A. Grading Criteria

• Participation: 20%

• Assignments: 40%

• Quizzes: 20%

• Final Project: 20%

B. Final Project

• Topic: "Implementing Renewable Energy Solutions in Urban Areas"

• Submission Deadline: [Date]

V. Resources

• Textbooks:

  1. "The Sixth Extinction: An Unnatural History" by Elizabeth Kolbert

  2. "This Changes Everything: Capitalism vs. The Climate" by Naomi Klein

• Additional Readings:

  • "The Uninhabitable Earth: Life After Warming" by David Wallace-Wells

  • "Drawdown: The Most Comprehensive Plan Ever Proposed to Reverse Global Warming" by Paul Hawken

VI. Contact Information

For any queries or assistance, please reach out to:

• Instructor: [Your Name]

• Email: [Your Email]

• Office Hours: [Office Hours]

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