Human-Induced Climate Change: Causes, Effects and Solutions
The topic of climate change is discussed in the context of the Anthropocene. The scientific basis of the debate on climate change is explained, and the various causes, effects and potential solutions are discussed in depth.
A notable feature is the interdisciplinary approach, with lecturers from various disciplines demonstrating the implications of climate change for their respective fields and potential solutions.
Students from Students for Future participate in the event by engaging in discussions with the lecturers, critically examining the content, and contributing their own insights on climate activism.
The programme is based on the principles of transformative education. As well as providing sound knowledge about the causes and consequences of climate change, it presents solutions in the form of alternative lifestyles and approaches designed to empower participants to contribute actively to solving this global challenge.
Kathrin Brommer, M.A.
Mein Name ist Kathrin Brommer. Nach nunmehr sieben Jahren als Koordinatorin der FreiwilligenAgentur Witten, bin ich seit März 2022 als Referentin für Service Learning und Gesellschaftliches Engagement im WittenLab.Zukunftslabor Studium Fundamentale der Universität Witten/Herdecke tätig. Mir liegt sehr daran,
einen interdisziplinären Austausch zu schaffen und Synergieeffekte zwischen Universität, Student*innen, Stadt und Region zu ermöglichen und zu bündeln. Durch das Zusammenspiel zwischen regionalen Kooperationspartnern, Studierenden und Universität will das gesellschaftliche Engagement in der Region
gestärkt werden. Zugleich sollen Studierende die Vielfalt des Engagements in der Region kennen lernen; sich selbst und andere im gesellschaftlichen nachhaltigen Tun besser verstehen lernen und das vorhandene Know-How im Sinne des bedarfs- und gemeinwohlorientierten zivilgesellschaftlichen Einsatzes mit Unterstützung begleitender und reflektierender Seminare anwenden.
Participation modalities
This e-module is aimed at people interested in the various fields of action related to sustainability.
Online exam; only for earning 3 CP; graded assessment available.
The seminar is offered in an e-learning format. Learning takes place independently and online.
The exam (duration 1 hour) will be held in person at the UW/H campus.
Objectives & Competences
Understanding the causes and consequences of human-induced climate change in the Anthropocene.
Recognising the urgency of climate change and humanity's responsibility.
An in-depth understanding of various social, political and economic solutions, and how they can be applied to other situations.
Understanding the gap between knowledge and action and the ability to bridge it.