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Consequence Map Description:  A graphic organizer that requires students to think about the potential long-term impacts of a real or imaginary event, issue, or problem. Learn more from Let’s talk Science

Concept Mapping Description:  A concept map can be created to explore an issue. The concepts are linked with a proposition which shows the relationship between the two concepts. This is more directed than a mind map which is a brainstorming tool. Students are able to explore many different reasons to care about an issue. They

Community Expert Description:  Find an expert in the field of learning that you are discussing in the classroom – whether it is the science behind climate change, sustainable investing, indigenous leadership on combating climate change etc. to speak to your class about their expertise, and engage students in learning, considering alternative perspectives, and thinking critically.

Critical Thinking Question Description:  Pose an interesting, thought provoking question to invoke students’ critical thinking about an issue or topic For example: What does ( ) mean to you? How do you interact with ( ) in your life? How to use effective questions

Compare and Contrast Description:  A higher order thinking strategy where students can use a graphic organizer to analyze the differences between two concepts or ideas. Why compare and contrast

3-2-1 Strategy Description:  A method for students to summarize their learning: 3 things they learned; 2 things they would like to learn more about; one question they still have. Learn More from TeacherToolkit Learn More from Harvard Project Zero

Choice Board Description:  Encourages multiple means of expression, as students chose a mode from a number of ideas to present their understanding of their learning. How to use it in the classroom

Cause and Effect Description:  A tool used to help students become empowered, analytic thinkers, capable of thinking through complex processes to make important decisions. Using the cause and effect tool can help students start to understand and investigate why things happen the way that they do.  See an Example Lesson

Carousel Brainstorming Description:  A structured brainstorming technique that includes movement, discussion and reflection. Students are divided into multiple groups and asked to walk around and explore different stations that have been placed around the classroom. Students brainstorm and reflect different questions for a set amount of time. Each station is supposed to help students activate

Book Description:  Literature can be a powerful way to connect learners to an issue or idea. Choosing the right book is imperative to the quality of engagement and learning that takes place Check out the many books available on R4R Books Recommended by the Climate Change Connection