This session explores the availability of Open Educational Resources (OER) for environmental and sustainability education in Grades 5 to 7. As global environmental challenges escalate, OER provide accessible, adaptable materials that align with curriculum standards and UNESCO's Sustainable Development Goals.
Highlights:
* Comprehensive analysis: the study identifies existing resources, gaps, and opportunities for integration.
* Scalable methodology: it introduces a systematic process for analyzing educational materials, including the use of AI, that can be applied to other subjects and curriculum standards.
* Immediate impact: attendees will receive a curated list of OER ready for immediate classroom use.
This research servers educators, policymakers, and environmental organizations by promoting OER adoption in K-12. By bridging the gap between available resources and curriculum needs, this study offers a sustainable educational solution for an ever-changing world.
Attendees of this session will be able to:- Describe why OER is a solution to delivering environmental and sustainability education in K-12.
- Identify the pivotal age for introducing environmental literacy and social action.
- Identify where to find openly available environmental and climate education resources that meet specific educational standards.
