The future history of global warming. -- It's the year 2050 and James Burke (the ""Connections"" series) is there to guide us as he looks back on future history. -- Using a ""virtual reality model"" he takes us forwards and backwards through time pointing out the connecting events that lead to the global warming crisis of fin de siecle 20th century. -- He offers possible scenarios on how we can respond to this crisis, what initiatives we can take now to lessen the consequences - consequences your students' children and grandchildren will have to deal with if we do not. -- Thought-provoking and at times frightening, this 2-part series ends on a note of hope. It's sure to stimulate debate among your students. 55 min.each. |
