Climate Change: The Basics

Climate change—or what many refer to as global warming—is one of the most significant threats that humanity faces. "Climate Change and Global Affairs: The Basics" explores the fundamentals of climate change—from the scientific processes that enable Earth’s warming temperatures to the human activities that accelerate them. After completing this course, learners will be able to define and explain the scientific mechanisms behind climate change, explain the acceleration of climate change over the past two hundred years, predict the global outcomes of continued warming, and evaluate the responsibility different countries hold for combatting climate change. In short, learners will achieve climate literacy. By enrolling in this course, you join a host of policymakers, professionals, and students committed to addressing climate change. By tackling this global challenge, we work to build a more sustainable future

• Explain scientific mechanisms behind climate change
• Understand human contribution over two centuries
• Evaluate country responsibilities in climate action

• No deep prior experience required, basic computer and internet skills helpful
• Ability to read course instructions in English and complete short practice activities