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Global Solutions Diary

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Description

The Global Solutions Diary showcases personal stories of climate action. It is a community-generated video library of everyday stories about climate change solutions from people around the world. The diary aims to share the voices of those working toward a better, more sustainable future while inspiring others to take action and find their roles in stopping climate change. Students are encouraged to submit their stories and watch those shared by others globally.

Using a recording device such as a phone or webcam, students respond to one or two questions provided:

  • How (and why) are you taking action on climate change solutions in, for, and with your community?
  • Who or what inspires/inspires you to care about climate change and climate solutions?

Students then follow a few simple steps to submit their stories. If featured, their contributions can inspire others to discuss climate change, share their own experiences, and get involved in solutions. The resource also includes an interactive map that allows users to view short five minute stories from specific areas of interest. Additionally, students can filter the videos by types of solutions.

General Assessment

Recommendation of how and where to use it

This resource enables students to understand the various reasons why people around the world are concerned about climate change and how it has affected their lives. Students could investigate and compare how different regions are impacted by climate change. The videos can serve as inspiration for brainstorming ideas for a class action project that could offer solutions on a local or global scale. Additionally, students should write a script and record what actions they are taking in their area to combat climate change.

Relevant Curriculum Units

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        • Enhance the clarity and artistry of communication
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        • Environment and Outdoor Education: Environmental Investigations
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        • Create oral, print, visual and multimedia
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        • English 20: Create oral, print, visual and multimedia texts, and enhance the clarity and artistry of communication
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        • Exploring stories and other texts helps us understand ourselves and make connections to others and to the world.
        • Questioning what we hear, read, and view contributes to our ability to be educated and engaged citizens.
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        • Composition 10: The exploration of text and story deepens our understanding of diverse, complex ideas about identity, others, and the world.
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        • New Media 11: Digital citizenship requires both knowledge of digital technology and awareness of its impact on individuals and society
        • Spoken Language 11: Voice is powerful and evocative.
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        • Environmental Science 11:Humans can play a role in stewardship and restoration of ecosystems
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        • Spoken language 12: Voice is powerful and evocative.
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        • Environmental Science 12: Human activities cause changes in the global climate system
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        • Specialized Science 12: Climate change impacts biodiversity and ecosystem health
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        • Comprehend and respond personally and critically to oral, print, and other media texts
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        • Comprehend and respond personally and critically to oral, print, and other media texts
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        • Enhance the clarity and artistry of communication
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        • Questioning what we hear, read, and view contributes to our ability to be educated and engaged citizens.
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        • Composition 10: The exploration of text and story deepens our understanding of diverse, complex ideas about identity, others, and the world.
        • Spoken Language 10: People understand text differently depending on their world views and perspectives
        • Spoken Language 10: Voice is powerful and evocative.
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        • Composition 11: The exploration of text and story deepens our understanding of diverse, complex ideas about identity, others, and the world.
        • New Media 11 Language shapes ideas and influences other
        • Spoken Language 11: Voice is powerful and evocative.
      • Environmental Science
        • Step 4Relevant matches
        • Environmental Science 11:Humans can play a role in stewardship and restoration of ecosystems
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        • Science for Citizenship 11: Scientific understanding enables humans to respond and adapt to changes locally and globally
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      • Step 3Select a subject
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        • New Media !2: Digital citizens have rights and responsibilities in an increasingly globalized society.
        • Spoken Language 12: The exploration of text and story deepens our understanding of diverse, complex ideas about identity, others, and the world.
        • Spoken language 12: Voice is powerful and evocative.
      • Environmental Science
        • Step 4Relevant matches
        • Environmental Science 12: Human activities cause changes in the global climate system
        • Environmental Science 12: Living sustainably supports the well-being of self, community, and Earth.
      • Science
        • Step 4Relevant matches
        • Specialized Science 12: Climate change impacts biodiversity and ecosystem health
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    • Grade 9
      • Step 3Select a subject
      • English/Language Arts
        • Step 4Relevant matches
        • Exploring stories and other texts helps us understand ourselves and make connections to others and to the world.
        • Questioning what we hear, read, and view contributes to our ability to be educated and engaged citizens.
    • Grade 10
      • Step 3Select a subject
      • English/Language Arts
        • Step 4Relevant matches
        • Composition 10: The exploration of text and story deepens our understanding of diverse, complex ideas about identity, others, and the world.
        • Spoken Language 10: People understand text differently depending on their world views and perspectives
        • Spoken Language 10: Voice is powerful and evocative.
    • Grade 11
      • Step 3Select a subject
      • English/Language Arts
        • Step 4Relevant matches
        • Composition 11: The exploration of text and story deepens our understanding of diverse, complex ideas about identity, others, and the world.
        • New Media 11: Digital citizenship requires both knowledge of digital technology and awareness of its impact on individuals and society
        • Spoken Language 11: Voice is powerful and evocative.
      • Environmental Science
        • Step 4Relevant matches
        • Environmental Science 11:Humans can play a role in stewardship and restoration of ecosystems
      • Science
        • Step 4Relevant matches
        • Science for Citizenship 11: Scientific understanding enables humans to respond and adapt to changes locally and globally
    • Grade 12
      • Step 3Select a subject
      • English/Language Arts
        • Step 4Relevant matches
        • New Media !2: Digital citizens have rights and responsibilities in an increasingly globalized society.
        • Spoken Language 12: The exploration of text and story deepens our understanding of diverse, complex ideas about identity, others, and the world.
        • Spoken language 12: Voice is powerful and evocative.
      • Environmental Science
        • Step 4Relevant matches
        • Environmental Science 12: Human activities cause changes in the global climate system
        • Environmental Science 12: Living sustainably supports the well-being of self, community, and Earth.
      • Science
        • Step 4Relevant matches
        • Specialized Science 12: Climate change impacts biodiversity and ecosystem health

Themes Addressed

Air, Atmosphere & Climate (1)

  • Climate Change

Citizenship (1)

  • Community-Building and Participation

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