I know we are all aware of the issues global warming creates, and how we are being affected by it every day. I know it was brought up last week about the fish runs this year and how the numbers are dropping rapidly. We, as social studies teachers to be, are given the opportunity to help the youth see how we can make a difference and impact our own futures on a global scale.
This got me to thinking about how we could connect with our students in a way that not only shows them the big picture but gives them solutions to start being the change we want. I found this Carbon Neutral Challenge on the David Suzuki website that shows NHL players in their dedication to reducing their carbon emissions. This is a fantastic challenge for a classroom that shows prominent role models in the media making positive changes and how students (and teachers!) can join in.
Check it out: The NHLPA Carbon Neutral Challenge
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That is very cool as many students are taking an interest in the environment. That is fabulous. I tried doing the quiz but it asked for some specific answers that I just don't know. I think sites like these interest students when they have hockey players pushing them and then they are also neat because you can learn about your personal consumption. Makes connections. And David Suzuki has many interesting projects on the go all of the time.
does this mean that i get extra fantasy hockey points for having Iginla!!! i mean come on, not only does this guy score goals but he is worried about the environment!!!!what a beauty eh. moreover, i do think that Kalid has discovered something very important for us as future educators. using the media (singers, actors, or athletes) is something that many students can and will relate to. being aware of things like this or similar events is very advantageous to us as teachers because not only can we use these ideas in the classroom but our students will likely be very interested in the task at hand.
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