IDS 100 5-2 Project Draft: Researching Your Topic

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Introduction to IDS 100 5-2 Assignment

In the IDS 100 5-2 Project Draft: Researching Your Topic, we will delve deeper into climate change by applying various lenses: historical, cultural, ethical, and social. Through a KWL analysis, we will explore what we know, want to know, and have learned about climate change within each lens. As we have already chosen the topic “Climate Change” in the 3-2 Project Draft: Introduction and Proposal, we will work on it further in the 5-2 Assignment.

Draw on previous personal experiences to provide information about what you already know about your topic about each lens.

KWL Analysis

Know (K)

To start the KWL Analysis, we will first explore what we Know by discussing our past experiences related to the topic we choose.

• Utilise previous personal experiences to provide insights into what you already know about climate change through each lens.
• Consider how historical events, cultural perspectives, ethical considerations, and social dynamics intersect with climate change.
• Identify key concepts, facts, and observations that inform your understanding of climate change through each lens.

Example

In exploring what I know about climate change through various lenses, I draw upon personal experiences that underscore its multifaceted nature. Historically, I recognise the increasing frequency of extreme weather events and shifts in global climate patterns (Huning et al., 2020). Culturally, I observe diverse perspectives on climate change mitigation and adaptation strategies across different communities. Ethically, I acknowledge the moral imperative to address climate injustice and ensure environmental stewardship for future generations (Sardo, 2023). Socially, I see the interconnectedness of climate change with issues such as poverty, migration, and human rights. These experiences inform my understanding of climate change, highlighting its complexities and the need for interdisciplinary approaches to address its impacts effectively.

Determine what you want to know about your topic about each lens. Be sure to phrase this information as questions. What keywords would help explore your topic?

Want to Know (W)

Next, we will explore what we know about our chosen topic. We will also discuss how the keywords we chose in the IDS 100 4-1 Discussion helped us understand the chosen topic.

• Formulate questions about climate change within each lens to guide your exploration.
• Use keywords relevant to each lens to facilitate research and investigation.
• Consider gaps in your knowledge and areas where further understanding is desired to deepen your analysis of climate change.

Example

In formulating questions about climate change within each lens, I seek to effectively deepen my understanding and address knowledge gaps. Historically, I may ask how past climate events and human activities have contributed to current climate change trends. Culturally, I inquire about diverse cultural perspectives on climate change adaptation and mitigation strategies (Hosen et al., 2020). Ethically, I explore the moral implications of climate change policies and actions on vulnerable communities. Socially, I question how social dynamics influence climate change awareness and collective action. Utilising keywords such as “climate variability,” “adaptation strategies,” and “climate resilience” facilitates research and investigation within each lens, enabling a comprehensive exploration of the topic.

Answer the questions you posed about your topic using the provided resources in the library guide. If the resources do not answer them, explain what steps you will take to answer them.

Learned (L)

For the last section of the IDS 100 Project Draft, we will answer the questions we posed in the IDS 100 4-1 Discussion. 

• Answer the questions about climate change using the resources provided in the library guide.
• If the resources do not fully address your questions, outline the steps you will take to find answers.
• Reflect on how your understanding of climate change has evolved through the lens of history, culture, ethics, and society.

Example

Upon consulting the resources in the library guide, I found comprehensive information addressing several of my questions regarding climate change. Resources elucidated the mechanisms by which greenhouse gas emissions contribute to global warming and climate change, detailing their impact on Earth’s atmosphere and temperature regulation. Additionally, I gained insight into the primary impacts of climate change on ecosystems, biodiversity, and natural resources, including shifts in habitats and loss of biodiversity (Weiskopf et al., 2020). However, some questions, such as the socio-economic factors exacerbating climate change effects and detailed strategies at various governance levels, require further exploration. To address these gaps, I plan to conduct additional research using academic journals, governmental reports, and reputable websites, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of climate change and its implications. Through this process, my understanding of climate change has evolved, recognising its interdisciplinary nature and the imperative for collective action to mitigate its impacts.

Closing

Completing a KWL analysis of climate change through multiple lenses offers a comprehensive approach to understanding this complex issue. By examining what you know, what you want to know, and what you have learned, you gain valuable insights into the intersectionality of climate change with historical, cultural, ethical, and social factors. This assignment equips you with the tools to critically analyse climate change from various perspectives, fostering a deeper understanding of its complexities and implications.

References

Hosen, N., Nakamura, H., & Hamzah, A. (2020). Adaptation to Climate Change: Does Traditional Ecological Knowledge Hold the Key? Sustainability, 12(2), Article 2. https://doi.org/10.3390/su12020676 

Huning, L. S., Love, C. A., Mallakpour, I., Mazdiyasni, O., Moftakhari, H., Papalexiou, S. M., Ragno, E., & Sadegh, M. (2020). Climate Extremes and Compound Hazards in a Warming World. Annual Review of Earth and Planetary Sciences, 48(Volume 48, 2020),  pp. 519–548. https://doi.org/10.1146/annurev-earth-071719-055228 

Sardo, M. C. (2023). Responsibility for climate justice: Political, not moral. European Journal of Political Theory, 22(1), 26–50. https://doi.org/10.1177/1474885120955148 

Weiskopf, S. R., Rubenstein, M. A., Crozier, L. G., Gaichas, S., Griffis, R., Halofsky, J. E., Hyde, K. J. W., Morelli, T. L., Morisette, J. T., Muñoz, R. C., Pershing, A. J., Peterson, D. L., Poudel, R., Staudinger, M. D., Sutton-Grier, A. E., Thompson, L., Vose, J., Weltzin, J. F., & Whyte, K. P. (2020). Climate change affects the United States’ biodiversity, ecosystems, ecosystem services, and natural resource management. Science of The Total Environment, 733, 137782. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scitotenv.2020.137782