In this series of tasks, students will complete the following:
– In groups, brainstorm a list of various ‘clues’ in nature that scientists study to gather evidence for climate change and choose one to be a topic for research.
– Individually research their topic of choice
– Analyze and report the data found
– Present findings to a group and combine all research into one complete group presentation
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