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According to the latest UNESCO report https://unesdoc.unesco.org/ark:/48223/pf0000383615

70% of the youth surveyed cannot explain Climate Change, or can only explain its broad principles, or do not know anything about it.

Do you talk to your students about Climate Change? How can school become a place where people get prepared for Climate Change?

Let’s try to collect climate change education practices here.

How do you teach about Climate Change?
What resourses do you use to teach about Climate Change?
Please share your ideas on the topic in the replies below

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Have you heard about forest schools? I recently came across information about them on one of the educational channels.

Forest school is a form of education that follows an alternative pedagogical approach. Instead of traditional classrooms, classes take place in nature.

The goal of forest school is to foster students' emotional intelligence, encourage reflection, reduce stress, and promote physical well-being. Forest schools primarily serve elementary school-aged students and preschoolers, although this educational may be be adapted for any age.

Forest School principles:

Holistic Development: The purpose of forest school is to develop students in multiple areas: - Emotional growth through creativity and collaboration - Spiritual development through reflection and connection with nature
Outdoor Learning: Classes take place in natural settings, allowing students to learn through hands-on experiences and observation.
Community: Forest schools emphasize cooperation, teamwork, and respect for others.Intellectual development through research and learning new things; social development through group work and communication with others.
Natural environment Classes should take place outdoors, preferably in a location with a variety of natural objects.
No standard curriculum The main difference between a forest school and a traditional school is not just the location of classes. Students' main task is to observe, learn, and explore the world around them by interacting with natural objects in every way possible. Through this process, they develop important skills and qualities for later life, such as critical thinking, emotional intelligence, responsibility, and teamwork.
Student-centered approach The focus shifts from academic results to the child's individual development. The forest school can't teach you how to solve equations or help you memorize the rules, but it can teach you to look inside yourself and understand your emotions, feelings, and thoughts.
Overcoming Fears During classes at the forest school, students may encounter social and emotional challenges, such as fear and shame. The goal of the forest school is to help students overcome their fears and embrace new experiences.
Qualified Staff Outdoor activities at the forest school require a qualified staff member to ensure safety. This person should be trained in first aid, know how to navigate the terrain, and be able to assess potential risks.

Research has shown the effectiveness of the forest school model: after attending classes, children become more empathetic and inquisitive.

The concept of the forest school can be criticized.
I am considering this approach as an element that could be taken and integrated into main teaching practice.
However, there are real full-time forest school programmes.

What do yo think of this approach? Do you know if there are forest schools in your country? Do you know any forest school teachers?

I have created this topic as a space to collect various teaching techniques that can be used in the classroom.

I noticed that forum members are starting to share some teaching methods and creating more and more similar topics.

Therefore, I suggest that we share our practices here so that they are all in one place, and we can read them, relate to them, and ask questions about implementing some of them

Dear colleagues, do you practice brain breaks with your students?

Brain breaks are short breaks that allow us to distract for a while, relax, and come back to work with new energy.
This practice is great for people of all ages, from school children to managers.
Some types of brain breaks and when they can be used.

1. To recharge
When you feel that energy in the classroom is running out and there is still a lot of work ahead, try listening to uplifting music and dancing. If that's not possible, take a short walk while listening to music through headphones. Physical exercise like a 5-minute workout is also helpful.

2. To switch attention
After working on one task for many hours and feeling stuck, a creative brain break can help. You can try drawing, reading a book, or doing a puzzle to switch your focus and give your mind a break.
Drawing, modeling with plasticine, photography, and building with Lego - all the things that seem interesting to you and your students are great creative tasks that allow to unload your brain and get a new dose of inspiration.

3. To to calm down.

To focus, it's important to slow down your thoughts and redirect them towards something soothing. For example, yoga or breathing exercises can help. Some examples of a breathing practice we were discussing in this topic Stress-management for students (and teachers): activities to reduce stress

Another option is to write down your thoughts in a journal, listen to a calming melody, or meditate.

What breaks do you prefer? What helps you and your students best?
Please share in the comments.

Dear colleagues,

This week, on the 16th of November, we're celebrating International Day of Tolerance.
This is a great reminder that we have a lot of strength when we embrace diversity and try to understand each other.
As educators, we have a major responsibility in shaping how our students see and interact with the world around them. Every class is an opportunity to teach them empathy, respect for others, and how to appreciate different perspectives.

Check out the UNESCO's programmes on fostering tolerance for your inspiration:
Culture of Peace and Non-violence
Democracy and Global Citizenship
Fostering Rights, Inclusion and Non-Discrimination
Education transforms lives
Freedom of Expression and the Rule of Law

Are you planning any discussions on this topic this week?
If so, what formats would you like to use?

Can you please share any ideas on how you organize the International Day of Tolerance at your school?
What topics do you choose to talk about tolerance?

Dear colleagues, let me express my sincere gratitude for your wisdom, patience and dedication.
We truly appreciate all that you do for your students.

I wish you continued educational and creative success in your endeavors!
P.S.: a funny picture to remember our strengths

@NAJMAc79e2494d9 great digital ideas!

Pair Work
It's easier to remember the material if you explain it to someone else. Divide students into pairs and have them explain the material to each other in their own words. This will help them not only understand the topic better, but also learn new things from their partner.

"Rock, Scissors, Paper"
Ask the students to choose one element of the lesson that was the most difficult (rock), one concept that want to remember (paper), and one less important thing that can be omitted (scissors).
Have students write down the result and explain why they chose each element. They can write their thoughts down or create a collage/

We typically evaluate students' comprehension of the material through tests, independent or assignments.

However, there are alternative methods that can swiftly and effectively assess how well students have retained the lesson content.

Teachers can capitalize on the final moments of class to reinforce the learning that has just taken place, ensuring that no opportunity for knowledge consolidation is missed.

Here I invite to collect some strategies that can be used for that.

What techniques do you use to achieve your goals?

Dear "Teaching in the 21st Century 2.0" competition participants,

the organizers have announced the winners of this year’s competition on the official competition website and via email.
Thank you for your participation and engagement!

It's important to understand that the E-Teach forum is separate from the competition itself, and its main purpose was to provide additional opportunities for participants to earn points.
Although it was an integral part of the process, the forum was created before the competition and will continue to be active after it as a platform for professional exchange and quality education.

I look forward to our further communication on this platform in other categories, let's keep in touch!

@MJANKb9ddefc9b1 hello I think it depends on what learning disabilities you are referring to. Could you please clarify this?

@Yousuf-Memon thank you for your feedback - could you please clarify - do you not receive notifications on the web version of the E-Teach forum, which means this bar does not indicate the number of unread posts?

Wow, your photos are really inspiring and they give me a better understanding of you as members of our community