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Computer Science Lesson: Gaming and Climate Change

Created by Teacher(s): Yen-Yen Chiu|Published on: May 25, 2022
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Type: Lesson Plan
Subjects: Computer Science
Duration: 1 hour 10 minutes
Created by: New Jersey Climate Education Hub teachers
Region: North America, USA - Northeast, United States, New Jersey
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Posted on May 25, 2022

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In this lesson, students explore the role of video games in bringing awareness to climate change and evaluate or design a climate change video game.


Step 1 - Inquire: Students discuss the role of video games in education and behavior modification, sharing their personal experiences and thoughts.


Step 2 - Investigate: Students read an article on how the gaming industry is addressing its environmental impact and answer discussion questions.


Step 3 - Inspire: Students choose to evaluate the effectiveness of climate change games or design their own climate change video game.

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