The final day of #GAeConf20 caused my mind to blow on several ocassions. Corn-starch glaciers, twisty graphs, and more challenge from a radical geographer. It's been quite a ride. Thank you, Geographical Association! #geographyteacher
Category: Resources
The #geographyteacher community (GAeConf20 Part 2)
Day two of @The_GA's #GAeConf20 - Not only do I share-on amazing practice and ideas from the #geographyteacher community, but also reflect on how vital such engagements are, especially in times like these.
How to make a graph the talk of the town
With @COP25CL #COP25 in full swing, a throwback to an #NGSS workshop by one of the talented @exploratorium Teacher Institute staff back in 2018, demonstrating a range of strategies that makes CO2 graphical data a lively conversation piece. A very useful set of resources for teaching #climatechange. Click on "View original post" to get the … Continue reading How to make a graph the talk of the town
Breathe, think, consider, tweet
Arguably, current affairs mean that the time for pause and substantiated critical thought is more important than ever. Social media in particular is full of quick judgements and prejudice on one hand, and unfortunately down-right nastiness and abuse on the other. Perhaps there is little that can be done with those who engage in the … Continue reading Breathe, think, consider, tweet
Fake News? Think Critically…
Without delving too much into politics, it is of this geographer's opinion that current affairs demonstrate how crucial the current need is for critical thinking. This blog entry looks into the importance of thinking critically, a tool to help fight 'fake news', and some resources to demonstrate that teaching skills (like critical thinking) can happen in tandem with teaching content.
Is the future of transport “EV peasy”? Part 2
Is the future of transport "EV peasy"? Part 2 - Are they really economically and environmentally worth it? Features: @IEA, @nextgreencar, @UniversityLeeds, @guardian, @business, @MyEnergiLTD
Turning football hysteria into teaching resources
As football World Cup hysteria goes into overdrive with England's dogged success (so-far), time again for us teachers to take advantage. #GarethSouthgateWould appreciate the #geography geekiness in all this...!
Your thoughts: Interactive climate & energy visual tool
A 'mini' placement has me looking into a useful climate and energy visualisation tool. Calling for feedback on making it a potentially effective educational resource! Featuring: @WEMCouncil, @CopernicusECMWF
How to make a graph the talk of the town
A #NGSS workshop by one of the talented @exploratorium Teacher Institute staff demonstrates a range of strategies that makes CO2 graphical data a lively conversation piece. A very useful set of resources for teaching climate change.
STEMming the tide of monotonous professional development
Spending the day with the @exploratorium 's Teacher Institute for their #STEM #NGSS conference was the proper way for teachers to enjoy their job on a Saturday! Featuring: @OfficialNGSS, @CAS_Arachnology, @aashuste, #CAngss
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