ECO-MEDIA ARCHIVE

Join us in celebrating examples of the compelling stories, growth in critical media literacy, and the young people that use media and technology to demonstrate compassion, connection, understanding, and action though publications.

Note:

Certain publications might include topics that some learners may find complex or challenging. We ask educators and learners help to create an atmosphere of empathy, mutual respect and sensitivity when exploring critical, systemic topics of social, environmental, and economic significance found in a number of these media productions.

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KG Engineers TV

Kindergarten students at SFS designed simple machines to help positively impact some of the world’s issues that grabbed their attention.

As a way of sharing their learning, raising awareness about these issues, and taking action in a virtual learning context, students shared their simple machines and how it would be a solution to the problem on a KG Engineers TV Show to be shared with the community.

Jake, who is "six and almost a half," explains his oceans project to our global audience.

Phase Three, (Im)Possible IdeasSteven SostakJuly 13, 2021Phase Three, (Im)Possible Ideas

Deeper Learning: SDG Target Conversations, Inquiry and Informed Action

Guided by their understanding of sustainable systems thinking, unpacking UN SDGs and Targets, and practicing civic literacy and discourse, 5th graders Lucy and Abbie illuminate deep thinking skills on how to work towards relevant action in concert with local communities: Governments, businesses and community members in working together to build a healthier, more sustainable future.

One clear piece of evidence of deeper learning is in Lucy’s level of comfort in teaching out to the audience.

(Im)Possible IdeasSteven SostakJune 1, 2021(Im)Possible Ideas

Making Sense of the World: Identifying Root Causes and Informed Actions

Inspire Citizens' Student Leader Lucy applies a root cause and needs analysis to reflect on her complex feelings during her time in Chicago during the global pandemic. Using a Root Cause Tree, she is able to identify and articulate symptoms, root causes, and shed light upon potential informed solutions related to her feelings and understandings around having to shelter-in-place during the pandemic.

This video has been used globally by diverse educators and learners to support systems thinking, creative problem solving, and global citizenship.

(Im)Possible IdeasSteven SostakJune 1, 2021(Im)Possible Ideas

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ECO-MEDIA ARCHIVE

Join us in celebrating examples of the compelling stories, growth in critical media literacy, and the young people that use media and technology to demonstrate compassion, connection, understanding, and action though publications.

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