Kind Clothing: Sustainable Fashion
Three interactive sessions on concepts of Fast Fashion, the environment & sustainability. Created for Girl Guides, also suitable for Level 2 and 3.
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Plastic in the Ocean
Four lessons cover what plastic is, why it is bad for the environment and what can be done to address this environmental problem.
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Five workshops introduce learners to the concepts of sustainability and conservation. The topics of wildlife, nature art, habitat loss, scientific methods and waste and pollution are covered.
Read moreExpectations vs Reality
It has been about six months since I applied for the position of “Open Content Curator Intern”. In typical last-minute style, I submitted my application on the evening of the day that applications closed. At the time I wasn’t really sure what the job entailed, or if I would enjoy it. I knew it involved working with openly-licensed materials, but that was pretty much it.
Read moreOutdoor Learning
An outdoor learning activity to promote the health benefits of using green spaces. It includes a visitor questionnaire, health diary and drawing and interpreting graphs.
Read moreTackling Mental Health
Two workshops covering what mental health is and how to promote it – aimed at learners aged 11 to 14. Includes workshop plans with presentations.
Read morePlants: What they need to grow and why we need them
Easy to carry out, practical lessons on plant growth and decomposition and using microorganisms.
Read moreFertilisers in Food Production – The Baked Beans Project
The project involves growing baked beans ingredients and includes different recipes for having a baked bean “bake-off”.
Read moreCardiovascular Disease (CVD) – Information pack for Students and Teachers
This is a resource pack designed for pupils and teachers of CfE Higher Human Biology. It covers the effects and […]
Read moreFrom Open Source to Open Education
For the past three weeks I’ve been working as one of two Open Content Curator Interns, employed over the summer […]
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