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- January 31st, 2013
Red Nose Day 2013 – Support Materials for Teachers
- kmayer
- Comments: none Tags: Tags: community, Fairtrade, Glow Meet, human rights, poverty
: Categories citizenship, comic relief, community, international, social studies, sustainable development
In order to support teachers to make the most of Red Nose Day on the 15th March this year Comic Relief and Edu
cation Scotland have worked in partnership produced materials directly linked to Curriculum for Excellence and new National Qualifications.
The materials consist of background information on the topic, a learning journey (teacher guide) and a number of free down-loadable resources such as fact sheet, and PowerPoint presentations. The materials relate to Comic Relief’s latest educational resouces on the lives of young people in slum settlements in Nairobi.
To access the new materials go directly to our Global Citizenship Online Resources Calendar or follow this link.
If you want to find out more about what Red Nose Day has to offer to your pupils and your school, why not join us for a Glow Meet on Wednesday, 6th February at 11.15
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Regional events – rights, citizenship and outdoor learning
- imenzies
- Comments: none Tags: Tags: CPD, david livingstone, democracy, events, human rights, learner voice, school improvement
: Categories citizenship, commonwealth, curriculum areas, early years, expressive arts, games and sport, health and wellbeing, homecoming, international, languages, leadership, mathematics, primary schools, religious and moral education, sciences, scottish culture, secondary schools, sharing practice, social studies, sustainable development, technologies
Who should attend: School leaders, local authority staff and those with a whole school responsibility for global citizenship, sustainability, children’s rights and outdoor learning
Sectors: Early Years, ASN, primary and secondary schools
When:
- Edinburgh (Wed 13th March)
- Glasgow (Wed 20th March)
- Inverness (Mon 18th March)
Education Scotland will host three regional events in March 2013 to explore the implications of the Learning for Sustainability report and Children and Young People’s Bill
The Bill, which will be considered by the Scottish Parliament in 2013, will seek to enshrine the United Nations Convention of the Rights of the Child in Scottish legislation, thus placing statutory duties on all public sector bodies including local authorities and schools. These events will also help schools consider how to move forward strategically in a range of related areas including children’s rights, pupil voice and participation, global citizenship, sustainability, outdoor learning and Games Legacy activities.
These events will showcase interesting practice from around the country and include input from school inspectors about the changes taking place within the policy landscape and how this might impact on schools. The events will also highlight the many inspiring moments of learning taking place in 2013/14, such as the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games and Year of Natural Scotland, which provide exciting opportunities for schools to develop coherent whole school approaches.
Places will be limited and offered to local authorities on a pro-rata basis but if you’re interested in attending then please note the above dates for your diary.
These events will be free to attend. Please direct further enquiries to globalcitizens@educationscotland.gov.uk
More- December 17th, 2012
Learning for Sustainability – report published
- imenzies
- Comments: none Tags: Tags: climate and energy, CPD, democracy, human rights, learner voice, nature, resources, school improvement
: Categories biodiversity, citizenship, community, CPD, creativity, curriculum areas, expressive arts, health and wellbeing, international, languages, leadership, learner voice, mathematics, outdoor learning, religious and moral education, renewables and climate change, sciences, scottish culture, social studies, sustainable development, technologies, waste
Learning for Sustainability – the report of the One Planet Schools Working Group, was published 17 December 2012.
The report includes strategic recommendations to support the development of coherent whole school approaches to ensure that learning for sustainability, global citizenship and outdoor learning are experienced in a transformative way by every learner in every school across Scotland. The report includes a number of recommendations relating to career-long professional learning and initial teacher education and advocates genuine partnerships with local communities and action to improve the sustainability of the school estate. A key ambition of the report is to provide an agenda for strategic change that will create an enabling framework, remove barriers, and build on existing excellent practice.
Dr Alasdair Allan, Minister for Learning, Science and Scotland’s Languages said:
“I welcome the publication of Learning for Sustainability and would like to thank the Working Group for their work and commitment to producing the report and recommendations. As we approach the Year of Natural Scotland in 2013, the report reminds us of the importance of learning which connects young people to local and global issues, an integral part of Curriculum for Excellence.
“A wide range of actions have been taken as part of the UN Decade of Education for Sustainable Development and we welcome steps to encourage and support schools in their approach to sustainability and global citizenship, including through outdoor learning.
“We will take time to consider the report, to engage with partners on its recommendations and respond in full in March 2013.”
The report can be downloaded from:
http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Topics/Education/Schools/curriculum/ACE/OnePlanetSchools
See the associated Engage in Education blog from Professor Pete Higgins, Chair of the One Planet Schools Working Group: http://engageforeducation.org/news/learning-for-sustainability/
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- December 10th, 2012
Nobel Prize for Peace
- nickmorgan
- Comments: none Tags: Tags: human rights, nobel prize, peace
: Categories citizenship, europe, international, social studies
Today, on international Human Rights Day 2012, the Nobel Peace Prize has been awarded to the European Union in recognition of its work over the years to make Europe a “continent of peace”. The member states of the EU successfully created a community which has embraced peace and the benefits of cooperation when appropriate.
The Nobel Peace Prize is awarded annually by the Norwegian Nobel Committee, and the three Presidents of the major EU institutions accepted the Prize at a ceremony in Oslo. Reports on the awards ceremony in the Guardian and BBC News provide background and commentary.
The European Parliament showed the Oslo ceremony live on its Europarl TV, and will hold a special ceremony in Strasbourg tomorrow to symbolically hand over the Prize to citizens of the EU. The Parliament also made a special video clip “Europe, from war to peace” to celebrate the award.
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- June 19th, 2012
Watch again – Rio+20 Glow meet
- imenzies
- Comments: none Tags: Tags: action, climate and energy, democracy, events, human rights, learner voice, natural disasters, nature, poverty, water
: Categories biodiversity, community, learner voice, outdoor learning, renewables and climate change, social studies, sustainable development
On Tuesday 19 June, schools from across Scotland linked up direct with Stewart Stevenson MSP, Minister for the Environment and Climate Change who is in Rio as part of the official UK delegation to the United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development.
Over 100 heads of state and world leaders are gathering in Rio de Janeiro from 20-22 June 2012 for crucial talks at this summit, referred to as Rio+20.
During the Glow Meet learners from primary and secondary schools were able to put questions to the Minister about the conference and about Scotland’s efforts to tackle climate change. Learners were also encouraged to share their green dreams for the future and the practical steps they have been taking within their schools to make them more sustainable.
All Glow TV events are recorded so if you missed taking part you can still access the recording of this Glow Meet from the Watch Again section of Glow TV.
A copy of the Minister’s PowerPoint presentation can be downloaded from the Developing Global Citizens Glow group at: http://bit.ly/DGCresources
For a list of useful Rio+20 classroom resources and web links visit our global citizenship blog.
More- June 7th, 2012
Join our Glow meet from Rio
- imenzies
- Comments: none Tags: Tags: action, climate and energy, community, democracy, events, human rights, learner voice, natural disasters, nature, poverty, water
: Categories biodiversity, community, curriculum areas, learner voice, outdoor learning, religious and moral education, renewables and climate change, sciences, social studies, sustainable development
11am – 12pm, Tuesday 19 June 2012
WATCH again: See our Glow meet live from Rio+20 where young people from across Scotland put questions to Stewart Stevenson MSP, Minister for the Environment and Climate Change.
What are your green dreams for the future?
What message will you send to world leaders?
How can Scotland become more sustainable?
What can we expect from this globally important event?
Over 150 heads of state and world leaders will gather in Rio de Janeiro from 20-22nd June 2012 for crucial talks at the United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development. Stewart Stevenson MSP, Minister for the Environment and Climate Change, will be one of those travelling to Rio as part of the official UK delegation.
Education Scotland, through Glow, is giving you the chance to link with the Minister live from Rio to learn more about the event and the hopes and expectations of the UK delegation.
The conference, referred to as Rio+20, will mark 20 years since the historic Earth Summit in the same city in 1992 which put issues such as climate change and the protection of biodiversity on the map and gave birth to Agenda 21 – an action plan for a sustainable future which was adopted by national governments, cities and local authorities across the world. Rio+20 will focus on seven priority areas including: decent jobs, energy, sustainable cities, food security and sustainable agriculture, water, oceans and disaster readiness.
Rio+20 provides an opportunity to move away from business-as-usual and to take bold steps to end poverty and address environmental destruction.
This will be an interactive Glow meet so get your questions, messages, ideas and green dreams ready for Rio!
- What is Scotland doing to protect the environment and promote sustainable development? What more could we be doing?
- What are your green dreams and ideas for the future? What should we have achieved by the time Rio+40 comes around?
- What messages would you like the Minister to pass onto other government officials and world leaders when he meets them for discussions?
This Glow meet will be suitable for learners in primary and secondary schools.
Free Rio+20 resources are available at: http://bit.ly/JxZr5G
More- June 1st, 2012
Refugee Week Scotland, 18th-24th June 2012
- imenzies
- Comments: none Tags: Tags: action, asylum seekers, democracy, events, human rights, refugees
: Categories africa, citizenship, commonwealth, community, curriculum areas, europe, international, social studies, sustainable development
Each year Refugee Week grows and increases in profile, making its mark on the UK’s cultural calendar. This year’s theme Spirit captures:
- Spirit of survival and the individual – the determination needed to flee persecution and rebuild your life
- Community spirit – the connections between refugees and local communities
- Scotland’s spirit – the cultural diversity of Scotland today
Refugee Week is all about having fun, broadening horizons and breaking down barriers. Every June the week long UK-wide festival of arts, cultural and educational events celebrates contributions refugees have made to the UK, and promotes understanding about why people seek sanctuary.
Click here to see the exciting programme of activities and events for 2012>>
More- May 30th, 2012
Get Ready for Rio+20 – UN Conference on Sustainability
- imenzies
- Comments: none Tags: Tags: action, climate and energy, democracy, events, human rights, natural disasters, nature, poverty, resources
: Categories biodiversity, community, international, outdoor learning, renewables and climate change, sustainable development
WATCH again: See our Glow meet live from Rio+20 where young people from across Scotland put questions to Stewart Stevenson MSP, Minister for the Environment and Climate Change.
Between 20-22 June 2012 world leaders will gather in Rio De Janeiro for crucial talks at the United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development. The conference, referred to as Rio+20, will mark 20 years since the historic Earth Summit in the same city in 1992 which put issues such as climate change and the protection of biodiversity on the map and gave birth to Agenda 21 – an action plan for a sustainable future which was adopted by national governments, cities and local authorities across the world. The establishment of the international Eco-Schools movement was another practical outcome of this process.
The 1992 Earth Summit achieved much but clearly there are still many challenges to be addressed if we are to build a safer, more equitable, cleaner, greener and more prosperous world for all.
The hopes and expectations for Rio+20 are high and the preparations have highlighted seven priority areas including: decent jobs, energy, sustainable cities, food security and sustainable agriculture, water, oceans and disaster readiness. Rio+20 is a chance to move away from business-as-usual and to take bold steps to end poverty and address environmental destruction.
Sustainability in Scotland
The document, A Flourishing Scotland, produced for Rio+20 outlines the many achievements we should celebrate with regards to Scotland’s success in promoting sustainable development education. IN the context of the Rio Summit it may be of interest to note that Chapter 36 of the Agenda 21 document, which focussed on education, was written by a Scot – Professor John Smyth.
However, other key achievements nationally include: the embedding of sustainable development education, global citizenship and outdoor learning within Curriculum for Excellence; we also have one of the most successful Eco-Schools programme in the world with over 98% of local authority school registered; and Scotland has shown leadership on a world stage by introducing ambitious targets on climate change and in planning for our transition to a low-carbon economy. By 2020 it is estimated that 130,000 people will be employed in low carbon and green industries in Scotland and that renewable energy will provide 100% of our energy needs. Scotland is also the only county in the world to have debated the issue of climate justice in its parliament.
Whilst much has been achieved, there is still work to be done. Nevertheless, there is a real opportunity for Scotland to show leadership on a world stage with regards to its commitment to sustainable development and to set an example for other nations to follow.
What you can do
Our ambition is that every learner in Scotland recognises themselves as a global citizen; has a strong commitment to living sustainably and has an enthusiasm for the outdoors and nature.
You can help by ensuring that global citizenship, sustainable development education and outdoor learning are on your school improvement plan and embedded in your curriculum. Make these areas the responsibility of everyone in your school, not just the eco-warrior or group, so your school can adopt a successful whole school approach and make an impact on every learner.
Professional learning – read Learning for Change: Scotland’s Action Plan for the United Nations Decade of Education for Sustainable Development and make use of our resources on sustainable development education, global citizenship and outdoor learning.
Join our online community to share practice and ideas with other practitioners around Scotland and engage in professional dialogue.
Activity ideas
Raise the profile of the conference in your own school or community – organise your own version of the Rio+20 conference.
Invite learners to develop their green dreams – what is their vision of a more sustainable future? What would they like to see happen in the next 20 years? What would their message to world leaders be?
Web links
Official website of the Rio+20 Summit
Twitter – follow the conversation at #Rioplus20
My green dream – add your voice and dream to thousands of others
Education Scotland Online
Sustainable development education pages and videos
Global citizenship resources
Outdoor learning resources
Resources
Keep Scotland Beautiful and the Scottish Sustainable Development Forum have created a Rio+20 resource pack for schools and youth groups. This resource pack can be downloaded from the Eco-Schools Scotland website. Hard copies, plus the accompanying DVD, can be ordered via email: kelly.johnstone@ksbscotland.org.uk
WWF has produced a free Rio+20 teaching resource and associated competition for young people aged 11-14 years. Download for free at: www.wwf.org.uk/futures
Download the special edition Living Planet Report – On the Road to Rio produced by WWF.
Stop Climate Chaos has produced Rio+20 resources for students and teachers. Download from: http://www.stopclimatechaos.org/rc-youth
Useful videos and resources listed on Young Scot pages: http://www.youngscot.org/info/1526-rio20-share-your-vision-for-a-sustainable-future
Daily What Stories
Overfishing and pollution and their effect on marine life:
http://www.dailywhat.org.uk/2012/06/fighting-for-fish.aspx
A new buzz about town – bees and the environment
http://www.dailywhat.org.uk/2012/05/a-new-buzz-about-town.aspx
Gas explosion fears – a reminder of the dangers of drilling for offshore energy
http://www.dailywhat.org.uk/2012/03/gas-explosion-fears.aspx
Mining in space – entrepreneurs plan to mine asteroids
http://www.dailywhat.org.uk/2012/04/mining-in-space.aspx
Pure rubbish church – congregation builds sustainable church from junk
http://www.dailywhat.org.uk/2012/03/pure-rubbish-church.aspx
Eco-kilts to the rescue! The new fashion item that can cut air pollution
http://www.dailywhat.org.uk/2012/02/eco-kilts-to-the-rescue.aspx
Leaf fuel could help save planet – cars and planes could be run on fuel made by artificial leaves
http://www.dailywhat.org.uk/2012/02/leaf-fuel-could-help-save-planet.aspx
Duck! Wildlife crisis ahead – sightings of mallards hit all-time low
http://www.dailywhat.org.uk/2011/11/duck!-wildlife-crisis-ahead.aspx
Also, here is a link to some of our interactive activities that might be relevant:
Climate change quiz
http://www.dailywhat.org.uk/2012/02/leaf-fuel-could-help-save-planet/interactive.aspx
Recycled junk quiz
http://www.dailywhat.org.uk/2012/03/pure-rubbish-church/interactive.aspx
- April 19th, 2012
Right NOW – join Tam Baillie on Glow
- imenzies
- Comments: none Tags: Tags: human rights, learner voice
: Categories citizenship, learner voice
SCCYP – The Launch of RIGHT now
This Glow Meet on Monday 23rd April at 11am will give everyone an opportunity to meet Tam Baillie, Scotland’s Commissioner for Children and Young People as he launches RIGHT now – the new phase of his activity for this year.
Be the first to find out about the new resources coming from SCCYP and get your pupils ready to talk to Tam about what he will be doing in the coming year.
Tam will tell them about:
· how he is promoting children and young people’s rights
· the role of Scotland’s Children’s Commissioner, how you can contact him and get involved in his work
· a wee taste of what over 12000 of Scotland’s 2 to 5 year olds chose to blether to Tam about this year
· what is happening now in response to the priorities for his work identified by 74 059 of Scotland’s children and young people through ‘a RIGHT blether’, his national consultation with you that ended last year.
So why not sign up and join us for this exciting new SCCYP activity?
More- November 23rd, 2011
Human Rights and global citizenship
- nickmorgan
- Comments: none Tags: Tags: human rights
: Categories citizenship, international
Human Rights Day http://www.ohchr.org/EN/NewsEvents/Day2011/Pages/HRD2011.aspx is coming up soon, on 10th December, and many teachers in Scotland will find some way to mark the occasion in school. If any Scottish teacher is doing something special this year to facilitate student learning about this aspect of global citizenship, let me know and I’ll write up some of the activities for this blog. nick.morgan@educationscotland.gov.uk
Each year there are new resources available; one example is ‘Learning through Film: Human Rights in Scotland’, a combined book and DVD teaching resource which secondary teachers could use to deliver workshops based on documentary films on human rights in Scotland. Each workshop is based on one of ten short specially made documentaries. With contributions by Scottish artists and filmmakers as diverse as the novelist Irvine Welsh, Oscar winner Tilda Swinton and Turner Prize winner Douglas Gordon, the resource aims to expand the students’ understanding of human rights and their skills in media literacy. A website ‘Learning through Film’ describes the resource, offers samples and availability information.
Well-respected charities such as the British Red Cross and Amnesty already have relevant teacher resources available online to support activity. This year Amnesty has given its campaign a focus on ‘Write for Rights’, asking young people to set up letter writing events, send cards, or take other creative actions.
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