Fear and Facing the Future
Dr. Kool examines which philosophical outlooks towards the future we should encourage in our youth if they are to overcome fear and fight for a better future.
Posts from the ‘High School (ages 14-19)’ Category
Apr 26
Apr 26
Sustainable Design for a Bountiful Future
Creative and critical-thinking activities for engaging teenagers in "humanity’s 21st century group project"—sustainable design. Students learn about sustainability in the production and consumption of material goods, and apply their knowledge to design sustainable products.
Apr 25
The Learning Barge
How this unique and innovative project in Virginia is teaching students about river ecology and inspiring them to clean up their river.
To Monitor or Not to Monitor
Creating a citizen science team to collect baseline data on a local watershed.
Apr 6
Invisible World: Exploring Microscopic Life in the Ocean
Activities that help 13-18 year olds appreciate the essential roles that tiny species play in marine ecosystems
Apr 6
Putting Marine Science on the Map
Using Google Maps to help students connect to waters near and far
Apr 6
Real-time Teaching with VENUS and NEPTUNE
New technology allows students in institutions with low budgets and no access to the ocean
to get involved in marine science – using real data
Apr 6
Rocking the Classroom from the Ocean
An at-sea program connects educators and scientists, fostering new collaborations in earth science education
Apr 6
Healthy Bodies, Healthy Oceans
A strategy for promoting ocean literacy for ages 12-16 by emphasizing the connections between personal and pelagic health
Apr 6
Beyond our Beaches: Ocean Trash
What research about long-term plastic marine debris is telling us, and how young people can respond
