EEAY Meeting...yes it's Thursday

All educators invited! Come learn more about environmental education in the territory! Environmental Education Association of the Yukon General Sharing Meeting Thursday, November 6 3:45 - 5:00 pm Whitehorse Public Library More info call 667-3675

You are invited: EEAY meeting, Thursday Nov 6

All educators invited! Come learn more about environmental education in the territory! Environmental Education Association of the Yukon General Sharing Meeting Wednesday, November 6 3:45 - 5:00 pm Whitehorse Public Library More info call 667-3675

The Lorax video, available online

Right here: http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=6650219631867189375

CLASSES TAKE TIME OUT FOR TEACH-IN ON CLIMATE CHANGE

Starting next week, more than 100 faculty and their classes in 13 post-secondary institutions will take part in goBEYOND’s Teach-In to help examine the climate crisis and find solutions on how students and schools can take action to fight climate change, announced Advanced Education and Labour Market Development Minister Murray Coell. “This Teach-In supports the work the Province is doing through initiatives such as the $94.5-million Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions to encourage students, schools, people and businesses around B.C. to look at ways they can make climate-smart choices,” said Coell. “By encouraging the young people in our province to consider ways to reduce their carbon footprint, we can set them on a path to a greener future in their schools and in their everyday lives.” A first of its kind in B.C., the goal of the Teach-In is to focus the resources at post-secondary institutions to tackle climate change issues. Participating faculty members will set aside 15-20 minutes of class time next week to talk about climate change. goBEYOND has provided a short video to open the discussion as well as information on steps students can take to become climate-neutral. “Imagine the synergy generated when a few people come together to discuss ways to take action on climate change,” said Maggie Baynham, goBEYOND project manager. “Now imagine hundreds of lecture halls throughout the province discussing the climate crisis. That is powerful change that will help our students and schools find ways to reduce their carbon footprint.” Instructors are encouraged to engage their students in covering a short series of questions pertinent to their discipline. Faculty members have been supplied with a list of suggested questions in advance and encouraged to distribute to their students in preparation for the discussion. “By participating in this Teach-In, we can open the lines of discussion and get students thinking about individual and community solutions to fight climate change,” said Lee Emery, chemistry instructor Thompson Rivers University (TRU). “As sustainability is one of TRU’s seven strategic goals, I hope the Teach-In inspires faculty, staff and students to become aware of this global crisis and seek ways to change the behaviours that contribute to climate change.” Last month, the B.C. Campus Climate Network launched goBEYOND to educate, inspire, engage and support both students and their schools take action to go beyond climate-neutral. The Teach-In is based on the program’s education pillar, designed to connect students and faculty to learn about climate change issues by developing inter disciplinary solutions for themselves and their communities. goBEYOND is funded by the Province and BC Hydro. For more information on goBEYOND and the Teach-In, visit www.go-beyond.ca. To learn more ways to make carbon-smart lifestyle choices and save money, visit www.livesmartbc.ca. -30- Contact: David Haslam Communications Manager Climate Action Secretariat 250 387-5550 Ray Lam Communications Coordinator B.C. Campus Climate Network 778 885-9094 Linda O’Connor Communications Manager Ministry of Advanced Education 250 952-6400

IPY and the 5th World Environmental Education Congress | Earth, our common home

5th World Environmental Education Congress | Earth, our common home: Polar Year partners and circumpolar environmental educators are encouraged to consider participation at the World EE Congress in Montreal next May. There is a specific symposium planned for IPY and Polar Issues. Please distribute to EE partners in other circumpolar nations!! "The International Polar Year Canada is a circumpolar nation and participant in International Polar Year research and celebrations. This symposium provides an opportunity to invite environmental educators from other circumpolar nations to present their work (all strands), and to bring circumpolar perspectives into discussions. But this is also an important opportunity to initiate and foster North-South dialogues around one or more of the 3 congress questions." Call for papers Deadline October 30

Education Online Courses offered through the University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point

REGISTRATION DEADLINE FOR SPRING COURSES: JANUARY 2, 2009

PLEASE NOTE: These courses have been known to fill over a month before the registration deadline dates. Please register early to assure your space in the course.

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Applied Environmental Education Program Evaluation (AEEPE)

This 13-week on-line course is designed to assist environmental educators and natural resource professionals in evaluating their education programs. Participants have the opportunity to develop and apply skills in designing evaluation tools such as surveys, observation forms, and interview and focus group guides. This course was developed as a cooperative effort between the Environmental Education and Training Partnership (EETAP) at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) National Conservation Training Center. Participants may obtain three undergraduate or graduate credits from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. All participants, regardless of location, are eligible for the in-state tuition rate. The course is also offered as a non-credit workshop for those who are not seeking college credit.

“I loved the way the course content was laid out. The units and course content flowed together very well. The course also provided me with ways to test/assess our programs and show results, conclusions, and recommendations in a legitimate way.” – Fall 2004 AEEPE course participant

“I thought it was a great introduction to a wide variety of tools and techniques and incredibly applicable to my current job and programs.” – Spring 2008 AEEPE course participant

To learn more, visit the course web site: http://www.uwsp.edu/natres/eetap/index.aspx or contact Angela Lemar (Angela.Lemar@uwsp.edu) for a registration form.

To learn more about EETAP visit the EETAP website at http://www.eetap.org/

Spring 2009 Dates: February 2 – May 1

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Fundamentals of Environmental Education (FEE)

A 12-week online course about the fundamentals of environmental education is appropriate for both classroom teachers and for non-formal educators who work with students and/or teachers. Participants may obtain three undergraduate or graduate credits from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. All students, regardless of location, are eligible for the in-state tuition rate. The course is also offered at a reduced cost for those who are not interested in obtaining college credit.

The "Fundamentals of Environmental Education" online course was developed by the Environmental Education and Training Partnership (EETAP) in collaboration with national EE experts. It provides educators with the knowledge and skills necessary to incorporate quality environmental education into their instruction. Participants discuss the history, definition, and goals of environmental education; develop an understanding of the professional roles and instructional methods of environmental educators; and interact with other educators from across the country. Past course participants have given the course excellent reviews.

“This is a remarkable course. It is very well organized and in a way that I find models teaching organization we can all strive for. I enjoyed the opportunity to read about other people's experiences and to benefit from their knowledge and experiences. I also enjoyed reading the helpful comments the instructor gave me and others on the discussion board. What a wonderful opportunity!” – Spring 2005 FEE course participant

“The course included all the important aspects of EE and it was laid out in a manner that allowed you to learn at your own pace. The material was not too basic and it presented enough challenges to keep the learner interested.” –Spring 2008 FEE course participant

To learn more, visit the course web site: http://www.uwsp.edu/natres/eetap/index.aspx or contact Angela Lemar (Angela.Lemar@uwsp.edu) for a registration form.

To learn more about EETAP visit the EETAP website at http://www.eetap.org/

Spring 2009 Dates: February 2 – April 24

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NEW COURSE!

Making EE Relevant for Culturally Diverse Audiences (MEER)

This 10-week on-line course is designed to provide participants with the basic knowledge and skills needed to make EE relevant to culturally diverse audiences. Through this course participants will broaden their perspective of EE to encompass interests and issues of concern to culturally diverse audiences, assess barriers to participation among culturally diverse audiences, and apply cultural competency skills in building relationships and partnerships with members of an audience they intend to work with in the future. Environmental educators must understand how to work with and involve diverse populations to ensure that their perspectives are heard and that they participate fully in environmental decisions being made at the local, regional, and national levels. This online course has been developed in collaboration with national EE experts who represent diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds. Although there are no prerequisites for this course, a working understanding of environmental education is essential for success in this course. Participants may obtain one undergraduate or graduate credit from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. It is also available as a non-credit workshop for those that are not seeking college credit. All participants, regardless of location, are eligible for the in-state tuition rate.

To learn more, visit the course web site: http://www.uwsp.edu/natres/eetap/index.aspx or contact Ali Cordie (acordie@uwsp.edu).

To learn more about EETAP visit the EETAP website at http://www.eetap.org/

Spring 2009 Dates: February 2 – April 10

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Leadership Development in Natural Resources: Strategic Planning and Implementation (SPI)

During this 9-week course learn how to develop successful strategic planning and implementation models, processes and techniques. Emphasis will be placed on managing the strategic planning process to build the capacity of organizations to provide effective environmental education programs. Course participants will also have an opportunity for individual consultation time with the course instructor to discuss specific issues/questions they might have regarding strategic planning. This new course has been designed for environmental educators, natural resource professionals and graduate students who are currently involved in a strategic planning process or may become involved in one in the future. The course is available for two graduate level credits through the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point or for non-credit workshop.

If there is room you can put in this quote about the course “Strategic planning is often misunderstood, misplaced and sometimes forgotten. So this course focuses on best practices for a successful process and its implementation.” - Dr. Corky McReynolds, Strategic Planning and Implementation course instructor

To learn more, visit the course web site: http://www.uwsp.edu/natres/eetap/index.aspx or contact Angela Lemar (Angela.Lemar@uwsp.edu) to be put on the contact list for fall 2009.

To learn more about EETAP visit the EETAP website at http://www.eetap.org/

Potpourri of resources

Climate Time Machine This NASA website offers a series of visualizations which show how some of the key indicators of climate change, such as temperature, sea ice extent, and carbon dioxide concentrations, have changed in Earth’s recent history. http://climate.jpl.nasa.gov/ClimateTimeMachine/climateTimeMachine.cfm Earth Learning Idea The Earth Learning Idea website offers Earth science instruction ideas. Each activity is designed to maximize student participation, learning, and enjoyment while minimizing cost. Strategies promote interactive teaching and students' investigational and thinking skills. Activities are posted in English, Spanish, and more. http://www.earthlearningidea.com/ Application deadline: January 15, 2009- International Children’s Painting Competition on the Environment. The International Children’s Painting Competition on the Environment is organized annually by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and others. This year’s competition focuses on climate change - actions we can take now to reduce our negative impact. The children’s (ages 5-13) paintings can focus on concrete actions such as using renewable energy, introducing energy saving light bulbs at home, sharing vehicles and using public transport, planting trees, and more. http://www.unep.org/Tunza/paintcomp/ Application deadline: January 28, 2009- ExploraVision Contest Canadians Eligible The Toshiba/NSTA ExploraVision Awards challenge students to use their imaginations and the tools of science to propose scientifically feasible technologies that could exist 20 years into the future. The program encourages K-12 students of all interest, skill, and ability levels to create and explore a vision of future technology by combining their imaginations with the tools of science. http://www.exploravision.org/

FREE TEACHER TRAINING from Biosphere

TEACHER TRAINING

This training, offered coast to coast, will help elementary and secondary school teachers integrate environmental concepts into their teaching and encourage young people to take action to protect the environment. Keep on eye on the Biosphère's website (www.biosphere.ec.gc.ca) for dates and locations. You can also create your own group and request a training session at the location of your choice. Capacity of 15 to 25 participants.

Educating about the environment and environmental engagement: fundamentals and practice

Target audience: elementary and secondary school teachers Time: 2 days Offered from October 1^st to August 31^st

Introduction to the concepts, principles, and practices of educating about the environment and environmental engagement. This intensive training facilitates an understanding of the various levels of commitment and integrates this concept into teaching.

INFORMATION AND RESERVATIONS: 514-496-8282, 1-866-487-8282 (toll free), or reservations.biosphere@ec.gc.ca

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Environmental education and experiential learning strategies

Target audience: elementary and secondary school teachers, educational advisors Time: 1 to 2 days (in person) or 3 sessions of 90 minutes (online) Offered from October 1^st to August 31^st

Experiential learning strategies can be used to help students acquire new behaviours and new competencies. The aim of this training is to develop and enrich the competencies of teachers in using these practical techniques. After this session, participants will be able to use strategies such as nature field trips, decision making, and resolving environmental problems. This training was developed by Diana Pruneau of the research group Littoral et vie [Coast and life] of the University of Moncton, and the Comité de valorisation de la rivière Beauport (CVRB) [Beauport River enhancement committee].

INFORMATION AND RESERVATIONS: 514-496-8282, 1-866-487-8282 (toll free), or reservations.biosphere@ec.gc.ca

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Environmental Training

I: Climate Change and Energy II: Water and Forests

Target audience: secondary school teachers, science teachers Time: 1 day per block Offered from October 1^st to August 31^st

Offered in two separate blocks, this training allows educators to learn about climate change and energy or about water and forests. Participants will receive practical tools to help them design learning activities on these subjects and the issues involved.

INFORMATION AND RESERVATIONS: 514-496-8282, 1-866-487-8282 (toll free), or reservations.biosphere@ec.gc.ca

Reaching New Audiences in Canadian Environmental Learning- EECOM’s 2008/2009 National Leadership Clinic

Le français suit Apologies for cross-postings. Please share with interested colleagues. You are invited you to apply to participate in EECOM’s 2008/2009 Leadership clinic! Leadership clinics are a proven and effective way to build capacity within environmental learning organizations, thereby improving the quality of environmental education and communication in Canada. The theme for EECOM’s 2008/2009 Clinic is “Reaching New Audiences”. Participating teams will plan, design, develop and deliver an action plan to build the capacity of their organizations to reach new audiences in environmental learning. Teams of four or five individuals from environmental learning organizations, associations or groups interested in strengthening their capacity to provide programs, services and outreach and engagement activities within this theme. This EECOM Leadership Clinic is expected to expand and enhance the networks of local, regional, provincial, and national environmental educators, building on shared experiences and expertise, and to forge new alliances and networks for environmental education and communication across Canada. Full details about this program and the application process are available on-line: http://www.eecom.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=14&Itemid=30〈=en ***Application deadline - November 7 2008 Regards, Natalie Swayze Executive Director Directrice executive Canadian Network for Environmental Education and Communication EECOM Reseau canadien d'education et de communication relatives a l'environnement t: (204) 221-2007 http://www.eecom.org ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 5th World Environmental Education Congress Montreal, 10-14 May 2009 www.5weec.uqam.ca -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Rejoindre de nouveaux publics en éducation relative à l’environnement au Canada - Atelier national de leadership 2008 / 2009 d’EECOM EECOM organise un atelier national de leadership en 2008/2009! Les ateliers de leadership sont un moyen éprouvé et efficace de renforcer les capacités des organisations d’éducation relative à l’environnement permettant ainsi d’améliorer la qualité de l’éducation et de la communication relatives à l’environnement au Canada. Le thème de l’atelier de leadership 2008/2009 d’EECOM est « rejoindre de nouveaux publics en éducation relative à l’environnement ». Les équipes participantes représenteront des organismes, associations ou groupes en ERE, vont planifier, concevoir, développer et mettre en œuvre un plan d’action visant à renforcer les capacités de leur organisation à rejoindre de nouveaux publics en ERE Cet atelier deleadership devrait élargir et améliorer les réseaux d’éducateurs en ERE locaux, régionaux, provinciaux et nationaux, et bâtir sur des expériences et une expertise partagées pour créer de nouvelles alliances et de nouveaux réseaux pour l’éducation et la communication relatives à l’environnement à l’échelle du Canada. Trousse d’informations et Formulaire dinscription : http://www.eecom.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=14&Itemid=30〈=fr ***Date limite pour la réception des demandes de participation - Le 7 novembre 2008 Regards, Natalie Swayze Executive Director Directrice executive Canadian Network for Environmental Education and Communication EECOM Reseau canadien d'education et de communication relatives a l'environnement t: (204) 221-2007 http://www.eecom.org ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 5th World Environmental Education Congress Montreal, 10-14 May 2009 www.5weec.uqam.ca

BC Curriculum >> EE Planning Guide>>Exciting News for Yukon Teachers!

Environmental Learning and Experience An Interdisciplinary Guide and video clips for Teachers (2007)
Environmental Learning and Experience: An Interdisciplinary Guide for Teachers [PDF - 624KB] Éducation à l’environnement: Guide interdisciplinaire à l’intention des enseignantes et des enseignants [PDF - 688KB]

You will need Acrobat Reader to use the PDF version.

Video files require either Windows Media Player or Quicktime Player

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Table of Contents

Introduction and Background

• Intro video 1: Environmental Learning and Experience Clip 1 (7.3 MB) | Clip 1 (18.4 MB)

Why Learn about Environment Issues?

• Intro video 2: Learning Together: The environmental framework Clip 2 (16.3 MB) | Clip 2 (41.5 MB)

Education, Environment and Sustainability

Integrating Environmental Learning Principles

• Teaching and Learning Principles
• Direct experience
• Critical Reflection and Negotiation
• Experiential Learning
• Suggestions for Practice

Principles for Conceptualizing 'Environment'

• Complexity video 3: 'Case Study: Complexity - Kilmer Elementary' Clip 3 (12 MB) | Clip 3 (32.2 MB)

• Aesthetics video 4: 'Case Study: Aesthetics - Heritage Mountain Elementary' Clip 4 (14 MB) | Clip 4 (63.3 MB)

• Responsibility video 5: 'Case Study: Responsibility - Spencer Middle School' Clip 5 (14.8 MB) | Clip 5 (38.1 MB)

• Ethics video 6: 'Case Study: Ethics - KLO Middle School' Clip 6 (18.5 MB) | Clip 6 (38 MB)

Summary of Environmental Learning Principles

Acknowledgements

For further information please contact: Learning Initiatives Branch Ministry of Education

Resources For Rethinking : Home Page

Resources For Rethinking : Home Page Hello all,

I am writing to let you know about our free online database of teaching resources, called Resources for Rethinking. The link to our inventory/database of teaching resources is www.r4r.ca

Resources for Rethinking was launched in 2007 and has since built its inventory to include over 500 high quality teaching resources. Each of these has been curriculum-matched for all regions and territories across Canada, as well as reviewed by an experienced classroom teacher. Resources in the R4R inventory include lessons and activities that promote the development of an environmentally, socially, and economically sustainable society and must also meet rigorous evaluation criteria for good pedagogy.

Our inventory allows users to search for resources by grade, region, classroom subject, sustainability issue, or language and offers resources in both English and French.

We welcome any suggestions for resources to review and would be happy to hear from you! Please feel free to distribute this information widely and/or contact me for further details.

best regards,

Emily

World Youth Symposium on Biodiversity provided by Bravenet.com

World Youth Symposium on Biodiversity

The second International Youth Symposium for Biodiversity will be held in Ottawa on July 5-9, 2009. Organizers are looking for teams of youth/students (Grades 6-12) who are actively involved in biodiversity projects. Please see the invitation letter and website link below. Please feel free to send it along to the appropriate group(s). Some delegate and travel support may be available.

Alan Crook, Chair

Biodiversity Education and Awareness Network

Dear Friends of biodiversity,

My name is Clint Monaghan and I am the Delegate Coordinator for the Second International Youth Symposium for Biodiversity “biodiversitymatters.org” to be held in Ottawa, Canada from July 5 to July 9, 2009.

This is a special invitation to you to check out our website and to feel free to contact me at any time should you wish to learn more about our special event. From my understanding, you are part of an exceptional biodiversity related youth project, and as such we would love to consider you and your youth team to be a part of our global event next summer.

Our event is meant to bring youth together from around the world to share their biodiversity related projects and to help revise and create a youth accord to present to world leaders at the UN General Assembly. The event itself will be a wonderful opportunity for youth to learn about the global community amidst the beauty and welcoming atmosphere of our Canadian hosts. Youth delegates can expect educational, recreational and cultural interaction and social networking, in a fun and safe nature environment.

Please check out our website to learn more at www.biodiversitymatters.org and don’t hesitate to contact me if you have any questions.

I look forward to hearing from you.

Clint Monaghan

Delegate Coordinator

Biodiversitymatters.org

Scientific American Earth 3.0 Digital Issue for Nature Conservancy Members

Before it hits most newsstands, you can download a free copy of Scientific American Earth 3.0.

This special issue of the monthly magazine examines the environment, economics and policy from a scientific perspective.

In this special Earth 3.0 issue, you'll find:

• Nature Conservancy's Chief Scientist Peter Kareiva weighing in on the subject of conservation "hot spots." Are they the key to conservation, or do we need new strategies in the face of new threats?
• A look at the interdependence of water and energy. We need water to generate energy, and energy to deliver water, but with both running short, how can we avoid a crisis?
• Plus, you can read about eco-cities of the future, vertical farming inside glass-walled skyscrapers, fuel-cell cars, and more ways to be and buy green.

Download your free digital, environmentally-friendly copy now.

Scientific American Earth 3.0 Digital Issue