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Photo by Allison Shelley for American Education: Images of Teachers and Students in Action.

On February 24 we hosted a Twitter chat on teaching and learning to address climate change in schools. Take a look at some of the ideas and resources shared during the conversation!

Teaching and learning about climate change and sustainability can help equip the next generation to tackle the environmental challenges of the future. What knowledge and skills do you think students need to prepare to live in a changing climate?

Climate change education is often thought of as a topic for science classes, but teaching & learning to address climate change can happen across disciplines. How have you seen or would you like to see climate change education included across the curriculum?

Many climate impacts and climate solutions are tied to local community needs and geography. How can schools engage students in place-based and culturally relevant climate change education?

Communities of color and low-income urban and rural communities are disproportionately impacted by climate change. How can schools center equity and engage diverse communities and families when teaching about climate change & sustainability?

How can schools support educators in engaging students in learning about climate change and sustainability?

How can schools support educators in engaging students in learning about climate change and sustainability?