using green school initiatives to enhance instruction. pat curley, ed.d. division of academic...
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Using Green School Initiatives to enhance instruction.
Pat Curley, Ed.D.Division of Academic Innovation and Global InitiativesOnslow County Schools
School and Student goals
Student Achievement• fostering health, wellness and
productivity •providing a well-rounded education,• increasing STEM skills, content
knowledge and engagement•ensuring students college and career
preparedness
Why Green School Initiatives?
Positive behavior and academic outcomesIntegrative contextHands-onPlace BasedProject BasedReal world / GlobalMotivates Students and Teachers
Framework for Citizen Science
The term “citizen science” is used to refer to scientific projects which harness students as volunteers. Citizen science gets students involved with and interested in scientific inquiry and the natural world, and it also helps scientists immensely, allowing them to embark on studies of very large scope and generating a great deal of data to work with.
Primer on Citizen Science
Science for Citizen Site
Journey North
Scientific American Citizen Science Site
Citizen Science Central- Cornell Lab of Ornithology
It’s NOT something else you have to do!
Lots of resources!
•Curriculum Materials:
•Local Resources
Grants and opportunities!
Eco-Schools International
PLT Green-Schools
Investigations:
1. School Site2. Waste & Recycling3. Energy4. Water5. Environmental
Quality
•U.S. Department of Education launched its Green Ribbon Schools, the first comprehensive federal policy for schools related to environment, health and education.
•The award acknowledges the work of schools in reaching high levels of achievement in: ▫Environmental impact and energy efficiency; ▫Healthy environment; and ▫Environmental literacy.
Questions? Comments!