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Discussion: Please Introduce Yourself

Conference Coordinators — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 05:42:11 +0000

The Discussion areas are a place to introduce yourself to fellow participants and to post comments relating to each conference session. Jump in and share!

Please take a moment to introduce yourself to conference participants. You might like to tell us where you work, what city and country you are in, and about your interest in climate change. What do you hope to learn? What do you have to share regarding the study of climate change issues?

Add your introduction in the Comments box below. Or call the LearningTimes record-by-phone system to record an audio introduction; select audio messages will appear here as well. The number in US/Canada is 1-800-609-9006 x8055. (Outside of US/Canada, call 678-255-2174 x8055).

We look forward to meeting you!

- The Smithsonian Online Education Conference: Climate Change

“Inventing Our Way Out of the Climate Change Problem? Innovative Youth Tackle the Issue”

Conference Coordinators — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 03:55:04 +0000

What innovative ideas do you have for solving issues related to climate change? What are some things found in nature that provide inspiration for inventions that can help solve the climate crisis?

Response
Thursday, October 1, 2009
2:00 – 2:50 pm EDT
RECORDING AVAILABLE
Tricia Edwards Educator, Lemelson Center
National Museum of American History

Can new inventions help us with climate change issues? Edwards introduces us to the work of inventors concerned with sustainability issues, as well as to her own work in bringing young inventors and research scientists together on projects that address climate change. By showcasing their innovations, Edwards inspires all of us to tap into our creativity and scientific understanding in addressing issues that face us all.