Cole Youngs - Climate Forecast Presentation
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Oscar A. Carlson High School**We aren't endorsed by this school
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SCIENCE EARTH
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Geography
Date
Dec 16, 2024
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1
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Climate Forecast PresentationThis presentation will explore the future of climate change.Geoscience data and global climate models areused to make evidence-based climate forecasts. These climate forecasts can be used to predict what theclimate will be like in 20 or even 100 years in the future.Your presentation will include a forecast on howyour assigned factor will change in the next 20 and 100 years. You will also include impacts of yourassigned climate factor on various regions of the world, its potential social and economic consequences,and the mitigation strategies being employed to address it.You will be assigned one of the following areas to research using this link as a starting point:https://www.epa.gov/climate-indicators.1.Greenhouse gasses2.Weather and climate3.Oceans4.Snow and icePreparation:1.Research:Gather information on your chosen factor from the link above AND credible sources likescientific reports, government websites, and reputable environmental organizations.○Forecast:Create a forecast on how your assigned factor will change in the next 20 and 100years.○Impacts on Different Regions:Explore how your chosen factor will affect various regions ofthe world based on factors like geography, climate zones, and socioeconomic development.○Social and Economic Consequences:Identify the potential social and economicconsequences of your chosen factor. Consider issues like displacement of populations, foodsecurity, health risks, economic instability, and political conflict.○Mitigation Strategies:Research current mitigation strategies being employed to address yourchosen factor. This could include international agreements, technological advancements, andlocal community initiatives.2.Visual Aids:Create informative visuals to use in your presentation for each area above. This can beon paper or preferably Google Slides to make it look more visually appealing.Grading Rubric: 20 POINTS TOTALThis presentation will be graded based on the following criteria:●Content Accuracy (8 points):Demonstrates a clear understanding of the chosen climate changefactor, its regional impacts, and the associated social and economic consequences. Presentsaccurate information on current mitigation strategies.●Organization and Clarity (4 points):Presentation is well-organized with a logical flow of information.Uses clear and concise language.●Visual Aids (4 points):Visuals are clear, relevant, and effectively complement the spoken content.●Delivery (4 points):Speaks clearly and confidently. Maintains good eye contact and body language.
