ID 234 - Special Topics

Spring 2024

Special Topics

SECTION 02

SP TOP: CLIMATE NARRATIVES

Climate change is one of the most critical challenges of our time that demands not just scientific comprehension but also effective communication and action. This course explores the power of ‘narrative’, as a meaningful method of communicating ideas, histories, and experiences of climate change in different contexts. While often not prioritized as a policy and research tool, narrative is crucial in conveying the complexities of climate change, as well as in engaging diverse audiences, driving meaningful change, and shaping public perception. The course will offer students an entry point into the multifaceted world of climate narratives, drawing from historical and contemporary case studies. Students will also learn how narrative and discourse are influenced by the digital culture of our time, which shapes not just our understanding of climate issues, but the decisions we make as individuals, communities, and societies. Through a combination of lectures, discussions, and exercises, students will develop the skills and knowledge needed to become effective climate communicators.

 

Anticipated Terms Offered: Bi-Annually