"Your World, Your Turn" is not just a subtitle, it's a philosophy. Jay Withgott wants students to feel empowered, to feel that their actions can make a difference -- from measuring their own ecological footprint to understanding the impact of society upon the environment. - Back cover.

Real Issues. Real Data. Real Choices. Environmental Science: Your World, Your Turn is based on real, current, and relevant content that brings the world of environmental science to life. All while making it personal and actionable for every student.

International Mindedness is a practical handbook which offers continuing professional development (CPD) solutions, support and guidance for international schools on a professional and whole-school level. It aims to encourage schools to work towards being 'internationally minded' and to enhance existing international teacher CPD programmes.

Provides 32 detailed, interdisciplinary environmental science lessons with complete directions for use, including summary, introduction, materials needed, preparation and step-by-step teaching directions plus worksheets and background sheets. Organized into six topical units covering Land Use Issues ... Wildlife Issues ... Water Issues ... Atmospheric Issues ... Energy Issues ... Human Issues.

Apply high-quality project-based learning strategies to create lessons and units that help students solve a variety of urgent environmental problems. Environmental science (ES) education is essential to preparing today’s students for the future. We must create opportunities for hands-on investigations that explore complex environmental problems in order to find solutions and meet the challenges of our changing world. Educators looking to bring ES-focused experiences to their students can turn to technology and social-emotional learning (SEL) strategies to connect students with real-world situations and citizen science opportunities, while fostering empathy and a love for the natural world. Project-based learning (PBL), with its emphasis on inquiry and authentic challenges, can be an effective approach to teaching ES. Those new to PBL may not feel they have adequate training. Likewise, teachers who haven’t taught ES may question how to incorporate it into their curriculum. This book addresses both situations, providing practical guidance for teachers, along with examples of technology-rich, learner-centered student projects addressing timely topics such as sustainability, human impact and climate change. This book: • Helps teachers design learning experiences that model authentic problems and processes practiced by scientists and engineers, to prepare students for future careers in science. • Addresses diversity, equity and inclusion in ES, and shares resources and strategies for addressing racial equity in ES. • Introduces facilitation techniques that redefine the teacher’s traditional role as one that supports increased student agency, the development of critical thinking skills and an expanded awareness of their place in the global community. • Includes a chapter that focuses on applying the principles and strategies shared in the book in an online learning environment. • Addresses Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) topics in environmental science and is aligned to the ISTE Standards for Educators. PBL is one of the best ways for students to explore complex processes and concepts, and this book will help teachers leverage this approach to empower students to take action toward a better future and world.

Strengthen programs of family and community engagement to promote equity and increase student success! When schools, families, and communities collaborate and share responsibility for students′ education, more students succeed in school. Based on 30 years of research and fieldwork, the fourth edition of the bestseller School, Family, and Community Partnerships: Your Handbook for Action, presents tools and guidelines to help develop more effective and more equitable programs of family and community engagement. Written by a team of well-known experts, it provides a theory and framework of six types of involvement for action; up-to-date research on school, family, and community collaboration; and new materials for professional development and on-going technical assistance. Readers also will find: Examples of best practices on the six types of involvement from preschools, and elementary, middle, and high schools Checklists, templates, and evaluations to plan goal-linked partnership programs and assess progress CD-ROM with slides and notes for two presentations: A new awareness session to orient colleagues on the major components of a research-based partnership program, and a full One-Day Team Training Workshop to prepare school teams to develop their partnership programs. As a foundational text, this handbook demonstrates a proven approach to implement and sustain inclusive, goal-linked programs of partnership. It shows how a good partnership program is an essential component of good school organization and school improvement for student success. This book will help every district and all schools strengthen and continually improve their programs of family and community engagement.

Thousands of students use Sterling to achieve academic success! Comprehensive content book to master high school chemistry topics. This book provides thorough coverage of high school environmental science topics, teaching the foundational ideas and concepts necessary to master the core content. The material is clearly presented and systematically organized for learning important principles and relationships, providing comprehensive preparation. From the foundations of Earth systems to the present-day climate challenges, students will develop a better understanding of ecosystems, population dynamics, use of natural resources, as well as the political and social landscape of environmental challenges. They will learn about Earth's biochemical cycles, land and water use, energy resources and their consumption, the significance of the various environmental movements and global initiatives, as well as how different human actions affect the overall balance within ecosystems. Experienced science instructors prepared this learning material to build knowledge and skills crucial for understanding facts and events that shape the natural world. Our editorial team reviewed and systematized the content for targeted and effective learning, so students can significantly improve their understanding of the subject and succeed in class. Many high school students find environmental science fascinating but a challenging discipline. To earn a high grade in the subject, they need to do well on tests and exams. Understanding core material, extracting and analyzing information, and distinguishing between related concepts is more effective than memorizing terms. With this book, students master environmental science content and develop the ability to apply their knowledge on quizzes and tests.