Propose an Answer
Discuss the following questions with your class:
- Based on the data, what claims can you make about change in sea ice coverage and spring breakup over time? Be sure to include your evidence.
- If the data show change over time, can you think of any possible explanations other than climate change?
- If a distinct trend is not apparent, does this mean the Inuit observations from the video are essentially wrong or less scientific? Why or why not? Be sure to explain your reasoning.
- What can scientists learn from "Native ways of knowing" (e.g., Inuit observations)?
