Primary Education Student #UoNTeach

Joined March 2019
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Intrinsically motivated students are able to deeply involve themselves in a task whilst feeling a sense of enjoyment (Baranek. 1996). Im hoping my students will take pride in what they create, allowing them to feel a sense of personal achievement when its complete. #UoNTeach
There is direct correlation between higher achievement and motivation in students supported by their family and #community (NEA. 2008). #Upcycling donated waste materials from local businesses could inspire students to create insane outfits such as this one! #UoNTeach
EL REY 🧔🏻🎺🎻 This mariachi outfit was made out of coffee bean sacks from Guatemala and embellished with key chain holders. The hat was made out of the same material with Elmer's glue to maintain its shape. The rim of the hat is embellished with soda can tabs. #r2rhouston
Through further research into a #waste free fashion show I came across the idea to charge a donation entry fee. This money will then be used to buy more #sustainable products for the school. To effectively give the school a more #sustainable future what would you buy?#UoNTeach
20% Waste free stationaries
20% A community garden
0% Waste free lunch boxes
60% Compost bins
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Vygotsky (1962) emphasises on the positive effect social environments have on learning processes. My unit project asks students to collaboratively design clothing from waste materials to be presented to the school community and special guests to fight the #waronwaste. #UoNTeach
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A #waste audit identifies types of waste found in a school, where it comes from and how it can be reduced. @rumbalara_eec link multiple KLA's into their waste audits. Creating an awesome educational opportunity whilst ensuring a more #sustainable future for the school. #UoNTeach
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Jess French's (2019) novel 'What A Waste' allows teachers to introduce the topic of #sustainability in a contextual environment. This makes processing the content easier, using meaningful real world problems with the inclusions of global/local perspectives (Baker. 2009).#UoNTeach
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Using @Twitter has allowed me to communicate and collaborate ideas and concepts surrounding #sustainability with the educational community. Pushing me to further my professional development. Showing me the power of social media as an educational tool (Crockett. 2017). #UoNTeach
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8.3 billion tonnes of plastic has been produced since the 1950s. 91% of plastic has been dumbed in the #environment, landfills and the ocean (Parker. 2018). With 8 million tonnes of plastic entering the ocean a year, do you think the 9% that has been #recycled is enough?#UoNTeach
50% 9% is a good amount
0% 50% more would be better
50% We should aim for 90%
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My unit of work will follow ACARA's (2016) three key concepts of #sustainability. This will allow #globalperspectives to be incorporated into local community action. Modelling how the Australian #education system can strive for a more sustainable future (Dyment.J. 2014).#UoNTeach
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Collecting lids to exchange for wheelchairs! If this isn't enough incentive to #recycle I don't know what is. Getting a school #community around a campaign like this would be an incredible way to reduce #waste and help someone in need. #sustainability #UoNTeach
Instituto 4 Elementos carries out a solid waste management project on 39 "campi" of the University of Goias. The Project consists of the collection of recyclable materials, mainly plastic and metallic lids that are exchanged for wheelchairs. #instituto4elementos #HLPF2018
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What a great #ICT resource to introduce and acknowledge the #waronwaste Australia is facing. With lots of visual stimulus and engaging dialogue this resource would be a great way to start discussions of how student's can manage their waste #sustainably (NESA. 2015). #UoNTeach
This #digibook for #science and #geography students is a wonderful way to further explore the War On Waste series in the #classroom! ab.co/2vq3t0P #WarOnWasteAU
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As a teacher modelling #sustainable living choices in a school setting is a must. With students spending upwards of 30 hours a week surrounded by teachers, it is our duty to guide the future generations to fight for the #waronwaste in their local environments #UoNTeach
Here are 10 wonderful ideas for teaching students about #sustainable living. This is a great tool for teachers and parents alike! ab.co/2IV0O8f #sustainability #UoNTeach
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#Recycling plastic bottles to create boardshorts! Such a cool initiative from @billabong1973. Designing an art lesson based around students creating items of clothing from #recycled plastics would be great for building upon their commitment to #sustainable practises. #UoNTeach
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Utilising @NatGeo’s explorer classroom program, students can ask live direct questions to explorers around the world! Gaining knowledge and understanding of sustainability on a #globalperspective and directly relate it to their own local area. #UoNTeach nationalgeographic.org/educa…

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Who or what do you commemorate on ANZAC Day? Events like these can present opportunity for teachers to emerse students in insightful discussions of local and family histories. #LetsWeForget #UoNTeach
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Such an awesome initiative from the Bateau Bay Community. Creating this amazing garden. Not only does it allow children of the local area to learn sustainable healthy living choices but its been proven to lower risks of dementia in the elderly by 36%!!! #UoNTeach #Sustainability
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With #HarmonyDay just passing, teachers around Australia should be jumping on this great opportunity to recognise and celebrate the #CulturalDiversity seen within their local community. Invite an Elder, or just let your students share their own personal experiences #UoNTeach
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