In this interactive research assignment, students explore the possibility of flooding in New York City caused by storm surge and sea level rise that occur due to global warming. The students evaluate different claims as to the nature and cause of global warming. They read and interpret storm surge frequency diagrams, then review the 'pro' and 'con' opinions of advocacy groups and compare their modes of reasoning with a set of criteria drawn up to distinguish acceptable from non-acceptable types of argumentation. Emphasis is placed upon developing skills necessary to make scientifically valid and societally responsible decisions.
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Subject: Geoscience:Atmospheric Science:Climatology Grade Level: Middle (6-8), High School (9-12), College Lower (13-14) Theme: Teach the Earth:Incorporating Societal Issues:Climate Change, Teach the Earth:Course Topics:Atmospheric ScienceKeywords: Scientific reasoning, New York City, Storm surge, Global warming, Climate change
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