Climate Change: Science, Politics, Society [F-16-16]
| Presenter: | Daniel McLane |
|---|---|
| Location: | SLU: Griffiths Art Center 123 |
| Classes: | 2 Sessions 1.5 hours |
| Dates: | Mon 3:00 PM 09/12, 09/19 |
| Status: | CLOSEDCourse Update: Second meeting of "Climate Change..." is also in Griffiths 123 and the make-up date is Monday 9/26, 3:00-4:30. Closest parking in Lot H, but spots are rare; however, ample handicap parking. Leave time for walking from Lots J and H (click on LOCATIONS for details) |
Print Info
This course will first examine the basic science establishing human caused climate change: How do we know it’s happening? Who says so? We will then explore the sociological and political roots of the controversy surrounding climate change and climate policy in the United States. Finally we will explore some options for addressing this crucial issue in the coming decades.
Daniel McLane is an Assistant Professor of Environmental Sociology at SLU. His research examines the many ways that society and the environment interact. There will be a special focus on Latin America and environmental justice.
LINKS:
- http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/frontline/film/climate-of-doubt/ - "Climate of Doubt" - Vidio from Frontline 2012" - recorded TV program.
- http://grist.org/series/skeptics - How to talk to skeptics. Skeptics' comments and some answers to them.