Environmental Science 20
ES20-AH2
Analyze the production, reliability and uses of geoscience data to investigate the effects of a changing climate on society and the environment.
CP, DM, SI
Indicators for this outcome
| (a) | Examine the types of questions that scientists attempt to answer with respect to Earth's climate and past, present and potential future climate changes. (STSE, A) |
| (b) | Examine how different techniques (e.g., satellite imagery, ice core samples and dendrology) provide scientists with a variety of data regarding climate change. (K, STSE) |
| (c) | Investigate the Arctic as an indicator region of climate change, including the impact on traditional lifestyles of northern peoples, given the general vulnerability to climate change effects at northern versus equatorial latitudes. (K, STSE) |
| (d) | Examine how and why organizations such as the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), Canadian Centre for Climate Modeling and Analysis and Prairie Adaptation Research Collaborative (PARC) work to provide scientific research related to climate change and its potential environmental and societal implications. (STSE) |
| (e) | Identify the contributions of Indigenous knowledge in policy decisions related to climate change. (K, STSE) |
| (f) | Examine the degree to which the scientific community has achieved consensus regarding the reality of anthropogenic climate change. (STSE) |
| (g) | Investigate potential environmental, economic and societal impacts of climate change in Saskatchewan on human health, population distribution and access to water and other resources. (STSE) |
| (h) | Interpret climate data (e.g., tables, maps, graphs, visualizations and other representations) to determine climate patterns and trends over specific periods. (S, STSE) |
| (i) | Investigate how climate models simulate important aspects of past and present climate and climate changes, and provide projections about future effects of climate changes with varying degrees of complexity and reliability. (K, STSE, S) |
| (j) | Recognize how phenomena such as El Niño, La Niña and ocean acidification provide evidence of how the effects of climate change on one earth system (i.e., geosphere, hydrosphere, atmosphere and biosphere) can produce effects across other earth systems. (K, STSE) |
| (k) | Investigate the adaptation and mitigation strategies developed to minimize the potential impacts of climate change on the agriculture, energy, forestry, transportation and/or tourism sectors in Saskatchewan. (K, STSE, S) |
| (l) | Hypothesize how life on earth might respond to a changing global climate given different scenarios change such as sea level rise, extreme weather events, water shortages, increased spread of disease, flooding and acidification of the oceans. (K, STSE, S, A) |
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R022482
The Changing Climate and Environment of Western Canada
Produced by the University of Saskatchewan and the Changing Cold Regions Network, this short documentary focuses on how the climate and environment in Western Canada's cold interior are changing and will continue to change in the 21st century.
Media and Formats :
Video
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
March 2, 2022
R103628
Exploring Earth Science (2nd ed.)
This well-illustrated resource explores topics related to all of the outcomes in Earth Science 30, as well as some of the outcomes in Environmental Science 20 and Science 10. Each concept is presented in a two-page spread that concludes with Before You Leave This Page notes to summarize and to expand upon the text. This international student edition incorporates examples from Canada and around the world to illustrate the concepts.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$119.95
Record posted/updated:
January 4, 2019
R101369
Visualizing the Environment (Canadian edition)
This textbook supports the Integrative Nature of Environmental Science, Terrestrial Ecosystems, Atmospheric Systems and Aquatic Systems outcomes. This is a Canadian edition that provides current and relevant Canadian content for discussion and study. The textbook opens with a narrative introduction to the topic accompanied by a photograph. Additional features of the resource include: illustrated case studies; relevant maps, illustrations and photographs; an EcoCanada career focus section; a What is Happening in this Picture? section; a Making a Difference section that highlights the work of individuals and organizations committed to environmental issues; and process diagrams to support student understanding. Each chapter concludes with a chapter summary and critical and creative thinking questions. This visually appealing textbook includes many National Geographic photographs.
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Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$129.95
Record posted/updated:
January 4, 2019
R100128
Should Canada Build Pipelines in the United States?
This resource from the Canadian Issues series provides support for the Integrative Nature of Environmental Science and Student-Directed Study outcomes. Through easily accessible text in a flip-book format, the resource offers contrasting viewpoints into the argument of Canada building pipelines in the United States and includes general background information, statistics, a suggested independent activity, a quiz and a concept web.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$16.45
Record posted/updated:
February 23, 2022
R014883
Environment. The Science Behind the Stories (Third Canadian ed.)
This Canadian student resource supports all of the outcomes in the Environmental Science 20 curriculum. The discussion of each topic starts with a central case and then goes on to include a section explaining the science behind the story. Each chapter includes the following features: Reviewing Objectives, Testing Your Comprehension, Thinking It Through and Interpreting Graphs and Data.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$155.00
Record posted/updated:
September 6, 2019
R101765
Climate Changed: A Personal Journey Through the Science
The author explains what global warming is all about using the graphic novel format. Expert interviews and scientific research help answer the big questions about climate change and explore how one person can make a difference in the struggle to save the environment.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$31.95
Record posted/updated:
February 23, 2022
R103629
Physical Geology Today
This book provides an understanding of Earth's geology in four sections, which include topics such as: plate tectonics, the evolution of rocks, weathering and soils, geologic time, glaciers and glaciation, energy resources and coastal processes. Every chapter incorporates questions to check understanding, an explanation of key terms and a summary of key concepts.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$166.95
Record posted/updated:
January 4, 2019
R047115
Environmental Science. Student Edition
This textbook provides support for all of the Environmental Science 20 outcomes. Each section in the student edition highlights the key objectives for study; a case study and chapter lab are also included to promote inquiry and to develop critical thinking skills. This well-illustrated text also contains chapter reviews and text boxes throughout that connect Environmental Science to other sciences. Because this textbook was published in the United States, educators should plan to supplement this resource will Canadian information and case studies as required.
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Environmental Science. Teacher Edition
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Book
Price :
$136.95
Record posted/updated:
February 23, 2022
R100012
Climate Change: Human Perspectives and Global Implications
This National Geographic Reader, designed for secondary students, provides support and suggestions for student-directed study of the Integrative Nature of Environmental Science outcomes. The resource includes five magazine-style essays that examine both the historical perspective and anthropogenic influences on global climate. Each article includes pre- and post-reading questions and activities, and is supported by related vibrant photography, images or maps.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$30.50
Record posted/updated:
February 23, 2022
R102106
Environmental Science: A Study of Interrelationships (15th ed.)
This student resource addresses all of the Environmental Science 20 outcomes and is written at an age-appropriate reading level. The content is supplemented by a variety of photographs, illustrations, charts and graphs. Although this is an American textbook, a number of Canadian examples are included as environmental issues are discussed.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$119.95
Record posted/updated:
January 17, 2020
R007221
Adapting to Our Changing Climate in Canada Poster
This poster will help students learn more about our changing climate, the impacts it's having and how Canadians are adapting.
Media and Formats :
Other
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
January 4, 2019
R007066
Climate Change - Evaluating Information Sources
This lesson plan teaches students to sort through various perspectives in their information sources, using careful research and critical thinking.
Media and Formats :
Document
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
March 19, 2019
R007143
CurioCity Educator Resources
This website offers a compilation of resources including articles, videos, projects and activities.
Media and Formats :
Website
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
March 7, 2022
R003028
ArcGIS Online
ArcGIS Online enables you to connect people, locations, and data using interactive maps. It enables you to work with smart, data-driven styles and intuitive analysis tools that deliver location intelligence. It also enables the user to share insights with the world or specific groups. The website contains a tutorial, links to suggested subjects and projects, lesson plans and activities.
Media and Formats :
Video
Website
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
February 1, 2022
R010724
The Environment and You (3rd ed.)
This textbook presents environmental challenges and the role that science plays in problem solving and solutions that result in humans living more sustainably and making conscious efforts towards reducing the impact on Earth. Many visual supports such as pictures, graphs and diagrams are included.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$179.99 USD
Record posted/updated:
March 2, 2022