Decoding the Data

Provided by: Yale Program on Climate Change Communication |Published on: April 27, 2021

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Synopsis

In this activity, students interpret graphical data from the Yale Program on Climate Change's Six Americas Super Short Survey and answer questions about the information.
The activity includes a PDF for educators that contains lesson objectives, tips, and an answer key.

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Subjects: Science, Social Studies, Mathematics

Authors: Yale Program on Climate Change Communication

Region: North America, United States

Languages: English

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Positives

The student worksheet PDF is a fillable form, so students can type their answers directly in the answer blanks.
The student worksheet contains questions that require critical thinking and thoughtful reflection.
This activity will work well as a written activity, a discussion, or both.

Prerequisites

Teachers may want to go over the Global Warming's Six Americas with the class before starting the activity.
Teachers may want to share the student worksheet electronically so that students can click on the links.

Differentiation & Implementation

Art classes can use question #15 from the student worksheet as a prompt for artwork. Students could look at Jill Pelto's artwork for inspiration.
After completing the activity, students can give the Six Americas Super Short Survey to their family members, friends, or other members of their community to see which audience they fall into.
Other resources on this topic include this data analysis activity on coral bleaching and this SubjectToClimate lesson plan that teaches students how scientists and mathematicians use data and statistics to understand climate change.

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Yale Program on Climate Change Communication

The Yale Program on Climate Change Communication conducts scientific research on public opinion and behavior. They also engage the public in climate change science and solutions, in partnerships with governments, media, companies, and civil society.

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Decoding the Data

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