Dr. Sally Birdsall

Biography & Abstract:

Sally Birdsall lectures in science and sustainability education at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Her research focuses on teaching and learning about socio-ecological challenges such as climate change and halting biodiversity loss.

This presentation explores the relationship between knowledge, hope and agency when teaching about climate change. Fifty-four students (14-18 years) engaged in a programme designed to nurture their hopefulness and agency. Successes and challenges will be discussed.