Why emotional resilience should be at the heart of climate change education
Researchers at the University of Oxford and Imperial College London are exploring how to combine climate change education with mental health and wellbeing support. The study found that students and educators want climate change education to include emotional resilience and meaningful action to address the climate crisis.
A study by the Compass Project found that climate change education often leaves students feeling disconnected and disempowered. Students reported lacking agency and feeling overwhelmed by emotions such as worry, fear, and guilt. Educators felt unsupported and lacked time and resources to teach about climate change. The study suggests that combining climate change education with emotional resilience and meaningful action can better equip young people for the future. Students and educators want curriculum reform and more support for educators. They also want opportunities for collective climate action and support to cope with emotions.
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