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Webinar #2 – Teaching about contrasting energy solutions

Presenters: Markham Hislop

Originally aired: November 3rd, 2021

In decarbonizing our energy infrastructure, how much should we leave to the market? To what degree should government be involved? These are big questions as part of the broader discussion of climate and energy solutions. As such, they are great questions to have with your students. Using Alberta as a case-study, we will explore the dual roles of the market and government, including an in-depth examination of how future electricity systems of North America could be critically important to economic success. We will also provide a structure within which to understand the challenges and opportunities we face in transitioning off fossil fuels to power our grids.

Markham Hislop (in his own words)
I’m a Canadian energy/climate journalist and host of the Energi Talks podcast. I also conduct video interviews with energy experts, write the Markham On Energy energy politics analysis columns, and write about the energy future. I’m frequently interviewed on Canadian radio and TV about energy transition issues.

Webinar #1 – A simple model for teaching the energy transition

Presenters: Markham Hislop

Originally aired: October 27th, 2021

We are living in the midst of another great energy transition — a fundamental part of the present and future for which we are preparing our students. How can we teach this in a relatable and engaging way? Join us in this webinar as we explore a simple model for teaching about the current energy transition and the changes we will experience by 2030. This transition began in the late 20th century with Lithium-ion batteries, solar panels, and wind turbines, but picked up speed as thousands of related and supportive new technologies entered the marketplace. The third decade of the transition — in this case, the 2020s — is the period of intense disruption as the new technologies become competitive. Many exciting developments are afoot!

Markham Hislop (in his own words)
I’m a Canadian energy/climate journalist and host of the Energi Talks podcast. I also conduct video interviews with energy experts, write the Markham On Energy energy politics analysis columns, and write about the energy future. I’m frequently interviewed on Canadian radio and TV about energy transition issues.

Harnessing Hydroponics: A Case for a System in Every Classroom

Presenters: Amber Carlin-Mishkin and JoEllen Schuleman

Originally aired: October 6th, 2021

Hydroponic systems not only provide food, but they present real-life opportunities to enhance your curriculum. Within a classroom, a hydroponic system naturally becomes a medium through which students can take charge of their learning, test out new ideas and connect to one of the most basic human activities: farming.

Learn what it takes to farm inside your classroom and how it provides a space for students to reflect, protect, and steward for the sake of our shared future and very existence.

JoEllen Schuleman is an Elementary Science specialist at PS 199 in New York City with a passion for inspiring agency and a connection to the planet in her students. JoEllen is one of the founders of Rootprint*. She has a B.A. in Government from the University of Texas and an M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Houston. She is a lifelong learner, an experienced provider of PD, and a former science coach. She also co-created a proprietary K–8 curriculum integrating hydroponics into science. She is a two-time Master Teachers Fellow with Math for America and a member of the NYCDOE Elementary Science Leadership Team.

Amber Carlin-Mishkin began her education career in 2002 with the NYC Teaching Fellows and is currently a 4th-grade teacher at the Maurice Sendak Community School in Brooklyn, New York. Amber is a co-founder of Rootprint and was previously the Director of Education Programs for an NYC nonprofit sustainability science organization where she co-created proprietary K–8 programming (125+ lessons) linking hydroponics and sustainability with NYC Science Scope & Sequence. Amber earned a B.A. from Fordham College and an M.S. in Education from Brooklyn College. She is an urban gardener, a hydroponic enthusiast, and a former cattle farmer.

Rootprint NY is an educational consultancy focused on designing innovative hydroponics and sustainability programs, customized project support, and professional development in both formal and informal educational settings.