Teaching Tips

• This video is the third of a three part series. May be used alone or in a longer unit incorporating all videos.
• Teachers will need to augment the video with supporting information and activities for deeper learning. It would fit well as an introduction to the effects of climate change and sea ice loss in Arctic communities.
• Students could be called on to reflect on the experience of Arctic peoples as climate change continues and make connections to their own community's response to similar changes.
• The Arctic Report Card (ARC) is a powerful and important report for teachers and students. The ARC is supported by NOAA; https://arctic.noaa.gov/Report-Card.
• This video is best suited for middle school and higher but may also be used in an upper elementary class.

About the Content

• This video discusses the changing Arctic landscape and how that affects Arctic community members.
• This video emphasizes the importance of including the voices of Arctic community members in ongoing science.
• It also discusses the changes that are occurring and how the Native population is contributing to the geoscience community.
• Passed initial science review - expert science review pending.

About the Pedagogy

• There are no supporting materials for teachers or students.
• This video sets the stage for deeper examination of the effects of climate change in Arctic communities. Some background knowledge would make the video a richer experience but it can also serve as an introduction for deeper thinking.
• The video is interwoven with interviews with native community members, sea ice experts, and beautiful graphics depicting the changes.
• This video will be engaging for those in a science course or social sciences.
• Teachers will need to provide a learning structure and classroom activities to enhance the learning experience.

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