WEBQUEST

Global Warming

Global Warming Webquest Individual Roles page

Now that you have learned about the causes of climate change and the impacts of global warming, more research is needed about how to study and respond to climate change. Each member of the group will now assume a role for the investigative team of experts (Climate Scientist, Policy Analyst, Economist, Energy Expert, and Urban Planner). Each of you will work individually, according to your role, and investigate the issues related to global warming from several different perspectives. When finished with your individual research, you will share what you have learned with your team and prepare a report to be presented to UN officials.

The Roles

• Climate Scientist: Investigate the scientific data behind climate change and tools used to study global warming.
• Policy Analyst: Learn how laws and public policy can affect climate change.
• Economist: Study the economic impacts associated with global warming and see how business leaders are responding to the changing climate.
• Energy Expert: Explore how we get energy for transportation and electricity and learn how energy use impacts the climate.
• Urban Planner: See how architects, engineers, and city planners are responding to climate change by using sustainable materials and energy efficient designs.