Global Warming and Society
Offered By: Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the complex interplay between global warming and society in this thought-provoking 55-minute Speaker Series presentation by Dr. Jerry Osborn from the University of Calgary. Delve into topics such as cherrypicking evidence, political influences, the greenhouse effect, sea level rise, and climate models. Examine the roles of various institutions, media, and political factions in shaping public perception and policy regarding climate change. Gain insights into the scientific basis of global warming and its societal implications, while navigating through controversial aspects of the debate. Conclude with a balanced perspective on this critical global issue. Note: This presentation contains adult language.
Syllabus
Introduction
Outline
Cherrypicking Evidence
Rex Murphy
Global Warming 101
Politics
Wyoming
The Left Wing
Koch Brothers
Media
Political Mix
Greenhouse Effect
Other Institutions
Sea Level Rise
Greenhouse Gases
Hockey Stick Curve
Models
Happy Note
Taught by
Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology
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