WHAT WORKS IN EDUCATION The George Lucas Educational Foundation

GreenHeart Education Curriculum Model

URL: 

http://www.greenhearted.org/greening-the-curriculum.html

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Topic: 

Sustainability

Type: 

Curriculum

Description: 

The GreenHeart Education curriculum model maps out a research-based, developmentally appropriate "green" focus for different grade levels, so that educators aren't overwhelmed thinking they have to do it all at once. Foundation - compassion, respect, sustainability Overarching Theme - global warming / climate change Backdrop of Curriculum Model - ecosystem and environmental health Primary - Nature Bonding Grades 4-5 - Ecological Principles Middle Years - Environmental Solutions Senior Years - Sustainable Development

Cost: 

No

Grade: 

Elementary (K-5)
Middle (6-8)
High (9-12)

Time: 

Ongoing

Keywords: 

sustainability education, education for sustainable development, green school, greening the curriculum, transformative