STEM & Sustainability

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Free Online Course: STEM & Sustainability provided by edX is a comprehensive online course, which lasts for 2 weeks long, 2-3 hours a week. The course is taught in English and is free of charge. Upon completion of the course, you can receive an e-certificate from edX. STEM & Sustainability is taught by Sarah Reny.

Overview
  • This course will provide teachers with an understanding of how to incorporate sustainability topics into their existing STEM curriculum. Each module will feature engaging activities on a limited budget so as to be accessible for every classroom. Each activity uses an inquiry lens to allow students to focus on aspects of sustainability that are important to them and to build student agency and ownership around these topics.

Syllabus
  • Module 1: What is Sustainability?

    • Defining Sustainability
    • First Peoples' Principles
    • Activity: SEL & Sustainability
    • Resources

    Module 2: Exploring Sustainable Solutions

    • Topics of Environmental Sustainability
    • Engineers & Scientists Role in Environmental Sustainability
    • Spheres of Influence
    • Resources

    Module 3: Sustainable City Planning

    • Sustainable City Planning
    • Lesson Plan
    • Community Mapping Activity
    • Resources

    Module 4: Short and Impactful Sustainability Activities

    • Discussion: Sustainability in Your Classroom
    • Resources