Sessions Plan

The following session plan is the most up-to-date version of the course sessions but still open to changes.

Number

Date

Topic
1

05.04.

First discussion on uncertainty

Course Question: Which role do uncertainties play in the debate about the „2-degree-limit“?

Introduction to the concept, the idea and the structure of the course

2

12.04.

Uncertainty from an abstract point of view

What is the role-playing all about?

3

19.04.

Uncertainty in Natural Sciences – Measurements

 

4

26.04.

Development of uncertainty in natural sciences: biological perspective

 

5

03.05.

Development of uncertainty in natural sciences: physical models

 

6

17.05.

How Journalists deal with uncertainties related to Climate Change and the 2-Degree Limit

 

7

31.05

Does uncertainty make it easier for people to ignore the risks of climate change?
8

07.06.

Public Perceptions of Uncertainties related to climate change

 

9

14.06.

Uncertain 2 Degrees by Stefan Aykut

 

10

21.06.

Short review by Jörn Behrens

 

11

28.06.

Preparation of Panel Discussion

 

12

05.07.

Panel discussion

 

13

12.07.

Uncertain and now?

Feedback and Conclusion