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Centering Care in Transformative Climate Change Education: A Theoretical Framework for Communal Learning Ecosystems
1 Introduction We are human, yes, but always more— Held within and beyond ourselves, Not tethered to past paths, But to a different way of being, A different way of doing. We craft new systems, Toolkits in hand, full of small, quiet acts And grand, sweeping visions. At every scale, the thread of care may fray, And in the gaps, we lose each other. Who are we responsible to, When weaving becomes too complex? Can care survive when we scatter?
Facing Climate Emergency, Creative Education Must Evolve Original
Give our readers an inside look at your brand's marketing approach by joining the Adweek Columnist Network. If you're a VP or above, submit your pitch. Advertising education was once perversely simple. Developing talent meant wrangling students to good print ideas, maybe a storyboard, then tissues, feedback, more feedback, comps, printing, foamcore. The goal was: How can we make work that sells while looking clever at the same time? Sublimely naïve, sadly irresponsible in hindsight.
With the Imperative of Climate Change, Creative Education Must Evolve
Advertising education was once perversely simple. Developing talent meant wrangling students to good print ideas, maybe a storyboard, then tissues, feedback, more feedback, comps, printing, foamcore. The goal was: How can we make work that sells while looking clever at the same time? Sublimely naïve, sadly irresponsible in hindsight. As in most of 21st century life, things have evolved.
Climate Learning Resources
Climate Learning Resources Global climate change is rapidly impacting all life on earth. But impacts of climate change are complex, uneven, and worsening, with people from poverty-impacted and BIPOC communities often experiencing impacts most sharply. We must be prepared to understand and respond to climate science.
Ad Chatter Archives - Adpulp
"Purpose is the economic multiplier that elevates your brand above the noise." This is a firmly held belief in certain agency circles. Today we're going to learn why that is. In this new episode of Ad Chatter, co-hosts Dan Goldgeier and I chat with special guest, Scott Couvillon, CEO and Executive Strategy Director at Trumpet in New Orleans.
How place-based science education strategies can support equity for students, teachers, and communities
Practice Brief 57 -- Topics: Culture Instruction Equity How place-based science education strategies can support equity for students, teachers, and communities Why It Matters To You Teachers should connect science learning experiences in and out of the classroom to students’ sense of place, cultural perspectives, and community assets and issues.
Biden’s infrastructure plan is big, but should be even bigger
Last week, United States President Joe Biden travelled to Pittsburgh, Pa. — "Steel City,” where he launched his campaign two years ago — to unveil his infrastructure plan. Dubbed the American Jobs Plan, the proposed legislation follows the $1.9-trillion American Rescue Plan recently enacted by Congress.
A North American blue economy powerhouse
A dramatic turn took place south of the border just days after U.S. President Joe Biden’s inauguration: He put a stake in the ground that set his powerhouse country moving fast on climate action in lockstep with an economic boom. With this policy shift on climate, Biden underscored a fundamental, and likely irreversible, shift that will permanently merge climate action with a healthy economy.
Multi-faith day of action a chance to highlight common ground on climate justice
Areej Riaz says the largest-ever multi-faith day of climate action on Thursday is a chance for people to see how being an environmental steward is a common theme across all the world’s major religions. Riaz is the manager of climate programs for EnviroMuslims, a community group founded in the Toronto area that aims to increase climate action within the Canadian Muslim community and embrace sustainability in daily life.
Will the Canada-U.S. climate meeting accelerate community empowerment?
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and President Joe Biden surprised many by committing to bilateral progress on climate change. The two governments seem to recognize — perhaps for the first time — that the climate system and its changing behaviour cross our shared border, and that our problems are best addressed through collective learning and action. One need only look at recent events to understand why.
6 Tips for Hotels, Caravan Parks, & Airbnb’s who want to Accept Pets
One important decision Operators will need to make is whether you want to allow your guests to bring their pets. While allowing pets will increase your vacation rental pool, it will also increase the wear and tear on your hotel rooms. If you are considering offering your hotel rooms, cabins, or caravans as a rental for people bringing their pets, you will likely want to do the five following things. 1.Take Out the Carpeting Dogs, cats, and other pets may tear up or otherwise damage your carpeting.
5 Ways to Create More Sincere Eco-Friendly Campaigns
You might fondly remember Earth Days past when poetic responders covered our various screens to give us all the feels. Many of those were brands celebrating the happy glow of loving the planet we’ve taken for granted. Crayons, furniture, beer, clothing, pharma concerns, condoms—name your category, and there’s an Earth Day homage tucked away in the advertising annals of the last 50 years.
Why diversity and inclusion at conferences matter
Most of us know how beneficial scientific conferences are; as graduate students, we often make our first professional connections outside of our own department through such meetings. New collaborations develop, cutting edge research is announced and careers are made at meetings and conferences. Having access to these opportunities is critical to career advancement in the near and long term. Unfortunately, scientific conferences are not equally accessible or welcoming to all.
Climate Activism Requires More Than Just Sustainability Statements From Brands
This summer I kayaked an Alaskan lake where, just a few years ago, a glacier covered the landscape. Alaska, now the fastest warming state in the country, shows the dramatic ravages of a warming planet. The experience, both breathtaking and heartbreaking, became my climate story. Everyone has a climate story, whether they know it or not.
Advertising World, Why Are We Not Embedding Climate Change Discussions Into Our Boardrooms and Campaigns?
Every year, our University of Oregon ad program brings 100-plus creatives, strategists, managers and producers to New York for Creative Week. It’s a remarkable front row seat to trends of the industry. While visiting agencies, production houses and awards shows, we get a snapshot of industry trends and professional realities that few get the chance to experience. This year was no different. We heard about the decrease of AOR and the move in-house for many brands.
Engaging Students in Computational Thinking During Science Investigations
Practice Brief 56 -- Topics: Practices Instruction Engaging Students in Computational Thinking During Science Investigations Why It Matters To You Teachers should build on students’ existing computational practices using games, simulations, and everyday technologies in instruction.
LETTERS: Supporting Visit Stillwater
To the editor: To Stillwater Economic Development Authority: It is with great pleasure that I write this letter on behalf of the Tulsa Rabbit Breeders Association. Our club is very grateful for Visit Stillwater and the opportunities and support they have brought us since 2016. Over the last few years, Tulsa RBA has outgrown several Tulsa area facilities and were having trouble finding a larger facility for our shows and one that we could afford.
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Formative Assessment for Equitable Learning
feature Formative Assessment for Equitable Learning Leveraging Student Voice Through Practical Measures As educators, we all engage in formative assessment; however, to ensure we are fostering equity in how diverse learners experience learning, we need to expand our assessment toolkit. Practical measures surveys provide an effective way to center learners’ interests, cultural backgrounds, and experiences in classrooms that can be used to inform instruction and disrupt issues of inequity.
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