Summary of Sharon Camp: CO2 Learning Center (scientific reality for young people) | Tom Nelson Pod #161

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Sharon Camp’s interview with Tom Nelson on the Sharon Camp CO2 Learning Center highlights the challenges of Science Education in the United States. The public school system has been criticized for not providing adequate Science Education, and as a result, more people have been turning to homeschooling. Sharon Camp, a public charter school teacher, believes that Science Education in the US is not provided in an in-depth manner, focusing more on tokens such as assets and bases than emphasizing critical thinking and the scientific method. The Next Generation Science Standards are also criticized for not being comprehensive enough. Tom Nelson takes a different viewpoint on Science Education, arguing that the scientific method is not taught thoroughly in schools, specifically in the context of critical thinking skills. The example used is managing a car repair, which involves hypothesis testing and drawing conclusions based on evidence. Nelson also stresses the importance of understanding the scientific term "theory," which refers to a general explanation of many phenomena supported by experimental data and evidence. Sharon Camp introduces the CO2 Learning Center, as a part of the CO2 Coalition, which aims to educate people about the benefits of carbon dioxide and critical thinking skills in Science Education. The center is staffed by experts from various fields and has available book and video materials online at co2coalition.org/learning-center. Overall, the video highlights the need for critical thinking and a thorough understanding of the scientific method in Science Education. It also emphasizes the importance of acknowledging the role of carbon dioxide in many natural processes and the presence of misinformation surrounding climate change.

00:00:00 In this section of the podcast, the speaker discusses the state of Science Education in the United States, specifically highlighting the challenges with the public school system. The speaker mentions the increasing popularity of school choice, including homeschooling, as people become more dissatisfied with the public school system. The CO2 Coalition is targeting homeschooling parents, with a particular focus on Science Education, as it is not being taught in public schools. The speaker mentions the importance of teaching the scientific method and critical thinking skills in Science Education, and the fact that only 50% of states have adopted the Next Generation science standards.
00:05:00 In this section, Sharon Camp, who started teaching in 1978 without any set learning objectives, discusses the evolution of education standards over time. She talks about how the Next Generation Science Standards were introduced to facilitate the transition of students between states, but she believes that they have several shortcomings. She mentions that while the standards cover tokens such as assets and bases, they do not emphasize critical thinking or the scientific method. However, she credits her public charter school, as well as homeschool parents, for providing more in-depth education curriculums.
00:10:00 In this section, the speaker argues that the scientific method is not taught thoroughly in schools, especially in the context of critical thinking skills. The speaker uses the example of managing a car repair, which involves testing different explanations for Floyd things and drawing conclusions based on evidence before fixing the problem. The speaker also highlights the importance of understanding the scientific method and critical thinking skills in the context of climate change, where the scientific community makes predictions and recommendations based on models that can be highly unreliable, leading to unrealistic expectations and arrogance about the ability of humans to affect natural events on the planet. The speaker concludes by expressing concern about the emphasis on achieving consensus in science education, as it can lead to a lack of critical thinking and the ability to question the validity of scientific information and claims.
00:15:00 In this section, Tom Nelson discusses the idea that science is focused on achieving consensus rather than a complete and total explanation of what is happening in nature. This approach is often used to dismiss alternative views and options, and it is beneficial to understand the scientific method and apply it correctly in order to design an experiment that tests a hypothesis and come up with an accurate analysis of data. It is also important to recognize that the scientific term "theory" is different from a colloquial usage of the word and refers to a general explanation of many phenomena supported by substantial experimental data and evidence. The example given is the theory of plate tectonics, which was initially introduced with limited scientific support and was eventually proven through further evidence and technology.
00:20:00 In this section, the speaker discusses how technology has allowed scientists to discover the depths of earthquakes, the discovery of the ring of fire, and the creation and destruction of the ocean floor. The discovery of spreading ocean bridges has also provided evidence that the continents were once connected and have since separated. Since the 1940s, advances in technology have enabled scientists to understand better how tectonics work,
00:25:00 In this section of the video, the speaker discusses the issue of Science Education in the United States and the CO2 Coalition's approach to addressing it. The CO2 Coalition is a nonpartisan Education Foundation that seeks to educate people about the benefits of carbon dioxide and teach that it is not a toxic poisonous gas, despite what some schools may teach. The speaker expresses their frustration with the narrative surrounding climate change and the misinformation that is often presented, which they believe is pushing the issue further and further along. They emphasize that the CO2 Coalition is made up of experts from various fields, including scientists, policy makers, economists, engineers, computer scientists, and energy experts who are united in their quest to educate people about the importance of carbon dioxide for the planet and its necessity in life.
00:30:00 In this section, the speaker introduces the CO2 Learning Center, which is a part of the CO2 Coalition and aims to provide information on the importance of CO2 and critical thinking skills in science education. The center has team members with backgrounds in physics, chemistry, geology, and economics, and hold advanced degrees in science. The team is responsible for creating education materials such as books and videos, which are illustrated by Thiago Hellinger and visually appealing to children. The center has available book and video materials on their website at co2coalition.org/learning-center.
00:35:00 In this section, the host discusses the importance of carbon dioxide and its role in photosynthesis and food storage in plants. The use of a cat named Simon, who is powered by the Sun and food that is likely a plant, helps to illustrate the process to children in a simple and engaging way. The host also discusses the magic mirror, which explores how the Earth recycles everything and the critical role carbon dioxide plays in this process. They also mention two upcoming books, one titled "The Big Bad Wolf," which tackles how climate is influenced by various factors such as latitude and ocean currents, and "The Mystery of the Night Raiders," an art book that teaches children how to use the scientific method to answer their questions. All of these lessons and materials are geared towards children in late elementary and middle school, and are available online for free.
00:40:00 In this section, the excerpt from a YouTube video discusses the use of CO2 and water vapor as the major gases that affect climate. The lessons teach students about the chemistry and biology of photosynthesis and respiration, and the importance of carbon dioxide and water in these processes. The virtual lab experiments and projects are designed to engage students at different levels of understanding, allowing them to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills. The video covers the basic science on these topics but also provides guidance for parents and teachers on integrating these concepts into lessons.
00:45:00 In this section, the speaker explains the evaluation process for the students learning about CO2. The students are first graded on whether or not they understand the data and the correct interpretation of their findings. Critical thinking is emphasized to teach the students to evaluate and explain what they learned and how they arrived at a conclusion. The teacher can decide whether the student should just explain the topic to the parent or give a report, a PowerPoint presentation or any other format. Finally, the students are asked formative and summative questions to evaluate what they have learned. This technique can be applied to any topic and can be used in any classroom. The speaker goes on to mention that the CO2 Learning Center website has learning materials that can be downloaded and used by anyone. It has fun facts, climate quizzes and other resources that can be used as a reference for anyone interested in climate change education. Overall, the speaker's approach to education emphasizes evaluating what students have learned and stresses the importance of critical thinking. The use of formative and summative questions can be used as a legitimate way to evaluate students' knowledge and not just whether they can prove that they know something.
00:50:00 In this section, the speaker describes an experience at a trade show where the group was promoting their educational materials about carbon dioxide. Despite their positive reception from many attendees, they faced opposition from public schools and NASA. They were stopped from handing out their materials, and a NASA representative pressured them to stop. The group was also written up in The Washington Post for not covering enough damage caused by climate change in their materials. Despite this, they received a lot of support from the people around them and plan to continue their work by attending homeschool conventions and sharing their knowledge.
00:55:00 In this section of the video, the speaker discusses the educational resources available for educators and individuals interested in learning more about climate change. The Sharon Camp CO2 Learning Center offers free classroom sets for educators upon request, and the books are also available for purchase through Amazon. However, the speaker expresses concern about the lack of learning opportunities, especially in public schools, which may prioritize factors such as sports teams and socialization over reading and writing skills. They suggest staying away from public schools until their practices improve and warn that the indoctrination of climate change theories and unrelated topics may be worse in public schools than in the past. The speaker also acknowledges the presence of indoctrination in their former high school subjects, specifically in chemistry and AP environmental science, when teaching climate change theories. They share that they taught their students what they needed for the test but also separate the facts from the misinformation, noting that their original perspective on climate change had evolved upon further research and challenging evidence.

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Sharon Camp discusses her perspective on the rise in carbon dioxide and the relationship with temperature changes in a recent YouTube video. She believes there is no direct correlation between the two, pointing out that the graph used to demonstrate this relationship didn't show it accurately. Camp also talks about the issue of cancel culture in the scientific community, specifically mentioning Judith Curry. She believes that the book "The Deniers" by Lawrence Solomon highlights the issue of cancel culture and how it affects legitimate scientists who challenge accepted beliefs about climate change. Camp also reflects on the audacity of people believing they can control natural phenomena and argues that current environmental policies are not helping the environment. Finally, she labels herself a "denier" and acknowledges taking some time to come to that conclusion.