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Posts tagged ‘curriculum’
Jun 29
Jan 20
Finding a Place for Science
Letting place guide standards-based curriculum development for grades three and four
Sustainability Education and Media Literacy
Climate change can often provoke deep emotions in students. Instead of shying away, use these media literacy activities to foster discussions of what the future holds.
Apr 30
Apr 27
Sustainable Futures: An Interdisciplinary Unit at the Australian Science and Maths School
Students at a specialized senior science and math high school in Australia enjoy an interdisciplinary curriculum, within a new building where more than half of the floor spaces is comprised of open-concept Learning Commons. The authors describe in detail the sustainable gardens project that asks students to consider local conditions in choosing their design and which flora and fauna to include. Includes a rubric which can be applied to similar projects elsewhere.
Apr 26
Green Schools Programs
An overview of the green schools movement in North America and worldwide, including examples of successful green schools programs and their environmental and academic benefits. Includes recommendations for schools interested in implementing such programs.
Apr 26
Step Outside For Learning
A description of how an elementary school made student-led outdoor learning part of their everyday curriculum, and how this has benefited student learning, collaboration between staff and students in different grades, overall morale in the school, and community collaborations.
Apr 26
Going Out
Incorporating simple nature walks into elementary class schedules can provide a number of benefits for children, including increased interest in learning and attention span. The author draws inspiration from Montessori principles and offers practical tips for successfully introducing such walks into the curriculum.
Mar 31
Roots of Diversity: Growing Culturally Significant Plants in the Classroom
Ideas and curricular connections for growing plants that celebrate the cultural diversity of our communities.
Mar 30
Greening the Elementary Education Curriculum One Course at a Time
Tips for incorporating environmental education into elementary teachers college courses.
