Spring 2024
ESPM 98 003 - GRP 003
Directed Group Study in ESPM
Climate Change in Media
Kurt Spreyer
Class #:33881
Units: 1
Instruction Mode:
In-Person Instruction
Offered through
Environmental Science, Policy, and Management
Current Enrollment
Total Open Seats:
24
Enrolled: 6
Waitlisted: 0
Capacity: 30
Waitlist Max: 10
No Reserved Seats
Hours & Workload
1 to 3 hours of directed group study per week, and 2 to 6 hours of outside work hours per week.
Other classes by Kurt Spreyer
Course Catalog Description
Study of special topics that are not covered in depth in regular courses in the department.
Class Description
This course focuses on how climate change is framed to the public. As the threat of climate change increases daily, we must analyze how climate change is framed, because the media can convince people of almost anything. This class is going to analyze how climate change is portrayed through various forms of media, including writing, documentaries, news outlets and our daily surroundings. We will particularly be focusing on the concept of environmental justice when examining all these sources. In order to properly address climate change, we must build a framework that not only protects our planet but also ensures that the burdens and benefits of a sustainable future are shared equitably among all communities, leaving no one behind.
"Erin Shaotran: erinshaotran@berkeley.edu
Joanna Bai: joanna.bai@berkeley.edu
Myroslava Fisun: myroslavafisun@berkeley.edu "
Rules & Requirements
Repeat Rules
Reserved Seats
Current Enrollment
No Reserved Seats
Textbooks & Materials
See class syllabus or https://calstudentstore.berkeley.edu/textbooks for the most current information.
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Associated Sections
None