Involving kids in making schools sustainable spreads the message beyond the classroom

Authors

Belinda Kathlyn Gibbons, University of WollongongFollow
Bonnie Amelia Dean, University of WollongongFollow
Stephanie Perkiss, University of WollongongFollow

RIS ID

139682

Publication Details

Gibbons, B. Kathlyn., Dean, B. Amelia. & Perkiss, S. (2019). Involving kids in making schools sustainable spreads the message beyond the classroom. The Conversation, 1 November 1-5.

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The Conversation

Abstract

The recent student-led climate protests reflect the need for schools to provide opportunities to nurture their students' global, environmentally conscious minds. Modern education isn't only about teaching kids the traditional concepts of say, English and Mathematics - it is also about helping to develop confident adults and informed citizens.