Green Teacher 44, October-November 1995

16th Envirothon a North American event ... p.5.
by Tim Grant

Democratic education for environmental stewardship ... pp.6-10.
by Peter Corcoran, Margaret Pennock
Lessons from a school that has been practising authentic democracy for more than two decades.

Shifting paradigms: a new look at animals in classrooms ... pp.12-16.
by Stephen Huddart, Craig Naherniak
Children who collectively and individually experience looking after animals develop confidence, cooperative spirit, empathy and respect, extending to classmates and beyond.

Small Scale Science ... pp.17-19.
by Alan Slater
A small is better technique that dramatically reduces the quantity of chemicals used in science classes.

Global morning: A consumer awareness activity ... pp.20-23.
by Mary Gale Smith
An eye-opening lesson for secondary students on the implications of consumerism.

College education with a difference ... pp.24-26.
by Miriam Weinstein
Tips for helping senior students choose a college or university that will support their desire to make a better world.

Journey to the future: Creative visualization with children ... pp.27-29.
by Jane Hamilton
An imaginary journey that became the springboard for a year long study of alternative futures.

A new story in grade nine science ... pp.30-34.
by Susan M. Drake, Bruce Hemphill, Ron Chappell
Learning to ask meaningful questions and answer them in a systematic way that shows respect for the environment.

Planet Earth: Endangered Species ... pp.35-37.
by Gareth Thomson
Focus on local endangered species.

Inside the Internet: Listservs ... p.39.
by Richard Kool
How to use Internet mailing lists.


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