Vol. 57 No. 2 (2019): SCHOOL SCIENCE
Articles

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT IN CLIMATE CHANGE—INSIGHTS FROM TEACHERS IN THE UNITED STATES

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  • C.V. Shimray
C.V. Shimray
Department of Education in Science and Mathematics NCERT, New Delhi

Published 2026-07-09

Keywords

  • Climate change education,
  • United States,
  • Professional Development

How to Cite

Shimray, C. (2026). PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT IN CLIMATE CHANGE—INSIGHTS FROM TEACHERS IN THE UNITED STATES. SCHOOL SCIENCE, 57(2), p.92-113. https://ejournals.ncert.gov.in/index.php/SS/article/view/5219

Abstract

Preparedness of teachers will majorly decide effectiveness of climate change education in schools. Several studies have shown that teachers lack adequate knowledge about climate change. In addition of knowledge, how teachers deliver the concepts, concerns and controversies are equally important. Hence, tailoring professional development courses based on teachers need will be crucial for successful implementation of climate change education. This paper presents the views of teachers from the United States, about professional development in climate change.

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