The Green Curriculum To Fight Against Climate Change

In the socioeconomically challenged Narlıdere Boarding Middle School, a project addressing environmental challenges was implemented. This self-sufficient model engaged students and parents in decision-making, focusing on UN Sustainable Development Goals. In this case, I improved a Green curriculum, including some implementations towards school and science lessons. These activities were implemented during one school year for 6th, 7th, and 8th-grade students. Here are the key concepts and applications of these implementations:

Waste management at school was the main goal. Within this scope, recycling bins were placed in the school based on the idea that not all waste is garbage. The recyclable waste was sent to the nearby Bitlis Solid Waste Management Facility (BIKA).

Domestic waste generated in the school canteen was evaluated as compost, and greenery was grown with the produced compost.

Soap was made from the accumulated waste oil in the school canteen, and the soaps produced were used in the school. In this context, students brought the waste oil accumulated in their homes to the waste oil collection point at the school to be evaluated in the same context.

An educational trip to BIKA for waste management and recycling was organized. Scientific knowledge was provided to the students in this field.

We conducted an analysis of local water sources and mapped them with students.

To be aware of our environment, we created a plant map of our local area using mobile applications. We collected rocks, classified them, and made an exhibition from them.

We also built an insect hotel to raise awareness of the little animals that we share our lives with. I aimed to make my students aware of nature.

The project notably increased environmental initiatives, aided national exhibition participation, and improved students' expressive abilities. Positive feedback and student engagement laid the foundation for broader project dissemination. This study highlights the significance of green skills in combating climate change for a sustainable future.Steps aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals enhanced students' environmental awareness and waste perception. Soap production from waste oil contributed to the economy and improved students' skills. There was a noticeable increase in environmental projects at school. Educational activities facilitated students' participation in national exhibitions. The science fair strengthened students' expression skills. Positive feedback throughout the process laid the groundwork for wider project dissemination. Embracing sustainable steps became the primary motivation for students. This study can be seen as a valuable step towards a sustainable future, emphasizing the importance of green skills in fostering awareness regarding climate change.