Green STEM Project DIGITAL TOOLKIT
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WELCOME to the DIGITAL TOOKIT for GREEN STEM EDUCATION.
This digital platform is the place to share and find different digital resources for development and implementation of courses in the area of GREEN STEM.
This platform is created by joint expertise of 4 universities :South West University, Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria; Ljubljana University, Slovenia; Trakia University, Edrine, Turkey; Ioannina University, Greece as a part of the project ”Green STEM model for teachers education” No. 2022-1-BG01-KA220-HED-000088567 co-funded by Erasmus+ programme of the European Union.
The goal of the platform is "to build capacity in partner universities to conduct innovative training in the Green STEM approach for students of pedagogical specialties and teachers." The platform stimulates innovative learning and teaching practices and Supporting teachers, school leaders and other teaching professions.
In the platform there is open place for guests with free digital resources for GREEN STEM education and Professional place – with accounts for lecturers, teachers and students to organize nd implement their own digital courses in GREEN STEM.
To get account please contact with the admin for each university:
University of Ljubljana - bostjan.genorio@fkkt.uni-lj.si
Trakya University - sertacarabacioglu@trakya.edu.tr
Ioannina University - amikrop@uoi.gr
South-West University - d.grancharova@swu.bgDisclaimer: Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA). Neither the European Union nor EACEA can be held responsible for them.
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Available courses
"Sample Classroom Activities for Green STEM Practices offer educators a collection of hands-on, interactive lessons designed to integrate sustainability into STEM subjects. These activities are carefully crafted to engage students in real-world environmental challenges, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Examples include projects like 'Atmospheric Water Collection,' where students explore innovative ways to harvest water from the air, and 'Renewable Energy Experiments,' which introduce them to solar and wind energy solutions. Each activity is aligned with Green STEM principles, encouraging students to apply scientific knowledge to create sustainable solutions for a greener future."
"Sample Classroom Activities for Green STEM Practices offer educators a collection of hands-on, interactive lessons designed to integrate sustainability into STEM subjects. These activities are carefully crafted to engage students in real-world environmental challenges, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Examples include projects like 'Atmospheric Water Collection,' where students explore innovative ways to harvest water from the air, and 'Renewable Energy Experiments,' which introduce them to solar and wind energy solutions. Each activity is aligned with Green STEM principles, encouraging students to apply scientific knowledge to create sustainable solutions for a greener future."
This Green STEM teacher professional development model incorporates innovative learning and teaching tools specifically designed for natural sciences and sustainability. The professional development model consists of two stages. The first eight modules of the program address the theoretical foundations of the GREEN STEM approach prepared for teachers and the understanding to be imparted. The last seven modules include practical and interactive GREEN STEM in-class practices, serving as a guiding framework for teachers in the instructional process.
In the theoretical section, content that teachers need to acquire related to the Green STEM model includes an introductory module establishing the philosophical and theoretical foundations of green STEM education, insights from GREEN STEM research regarding future professions, the transformation of learning environments and research areas in the Green STEM context, and content on evaluating GREEN STEM learning and teaching processes and instructional practices. In addition, examples of applied and interactive activities consist of activities and teaching materials such as " Atmospheric Water Harvesting" " Renewable energy sources: Salt Tower & 24/7 (uninterrupted) use of Solar Energy " "Green Agriculture and Industrial Products: Pectins from Sunflower," and "Design-Based Green STEM Practices: Sun Dryer."
Safety Rules in the Chemical Laboratory:
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Chemical Handling and Storage
- Emergency Procedures
- Waste Disposal
- Risk Assessment and Incident Reporting
This cutting-edge course in Green STEM explores innovative teaching approaches tailored for natural sciences and sustainability.
The syllabus is structured into the following modules: "STEM Teaching Methods for Natural Sciences" and "Advanced Techniques in Green STEM Education". Topics covered include the essence of natural science, sustainable observation methodologies, modelling for ecological systems, experiments integrating augmented reality, and other forward-thinking methods.
Key Objectives:
1. Exploration of Modern Teaching Approaches in Natural Sciences: Students will gain insight into contemporary teaching methodologies specifically designed for natural science education.
2. Establishing Proficiency in Innovative Teaching Approaches: Building foundational knowledge of new and inventive teaching techniques relevant to Green STEM.
3. Analysis of Diverse Innovative Approaches: Examining and assessing various green STEM innovative pedagogical methods essential for comprehending and engaging with natural sciences.
Objectives students will be able to:
Earn fundamental pedagogical knowledge while utilizing modern teaching tools and methodologies. Active student participation is encouraged to facilitate a deeper understanding of Green STEM concepts.
Expected Outcomes:
Knowledge Acquisition: Students are expected to gain foundational knowledge, enabling them to further specialize in Green STEM disciplines.
Expansion of Teaching Methodologies: The course aims to broaden and deepen understanding of contemporary teaching methods specifically applicable to natural sciences
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