Real-life technology
How can we capture our students’ imaginations? Andy Lyon outlines how educators can relate lessons to practical uses of technology in everyday life. HW19: Sustainability and Computing, pg. 49.
Hello World issue 19
Over the last three years, we’ve seen more than 7 million students around the world put down their schoolwork and take to the streets to demand climate change action. Could technology be the answer? This issue explores the interaction between sustainability and computing, from how we can interact with technology responsibly to its potential to mitigate climate change. We delve into the research behind device-repair cafés and see repair put into action by a student in Malaysia for his local community, along with a deep dive into the question of technology obsolescence. We also share young people’s ideas for how technology can be used for good, showcasing sustainability-themed student projects and a school-based COP that was inspired by the annual UN conference.
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Happy Birthday Code Club!
Kat Leadbetter looks at how over 4,000 educators and children across the world celebrated a decade of Code Club, and how you can get involved. HW19: Sustainability and Computing, pg. 74-75.
Teachers’ views on climate change education
"A recent study of teachers in England showed that nearly all teachers had noticed an increased eagerness to discuss climate-related issues in their classes, especially in primary education." HW19: Sustainability and Computing, pg. 16-17.
Online courses for all
Michael Conterio explores how the Raspberry Pi Foundation’s online courses support all kinds of educators. HW19: Sustainability and Computing, pg. 58-59.
Baking Impossible Robot Challenge!
Karen Scranton and Shannan Palma share how they created a television-inspired physical computing challenge to engage eleven- to twelve-year-old girls. HW19: Sustainability and Computing, pg. 52-53.
Going back to basics: part 4
Rebecca Franks shares her final experiences of taking a group of beginner digital makers through their first physical computing projects. HW19: Sustainability and Computing, pg. 66-67.
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