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Academics and teachers grapple with what education should teach about climate change

Educators face tough choices on whether to focus on climate anxiety, green skills, or other priorities as the planet warms.

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The role of education in preparing children for climate change is raising difficult questions for academics and teachers. Schools must decide what curriculum content matters mostβ€”whether that includes addressing climate anxiety, teaching green skills, or balancing these concerns alongside traditional education. The debate reflects broader uncertainty about how to best equip students for a warming world.

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What is education for if not preparing children for climate change?

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