8 CPDs, Estimated to take 6 hours to complete
In this self-paced course, educators will explore why sustainable development is fundamental to Montessori education and modernizing our context of cosmic education. Through practical examples and resources, educators will explore ways to cultivate a sense of environmental consciousness, social responsibility, and economic awareness in their students. By the end of the class, educators will be equipped with the tools to educate and inspire students of all ages as they develop into the next generation of sustainability leaders.
The class will take approximately 6 hours to complete with no homework assignments. Each of the 6 class lessons/modules of this dynamic multimedia course includes a short introduction, content for the participant to review (including videos, podcasts, readings, resources, etc.), a game or activity related to the content, and a required discussion post. Each lesson/module is estimated to take approximately one hour to complete. You will have 180 days (approx. six months) from the date of purchase to complete the class and download the certificate that grants 8 hours of professional development. For the best user experience, we recommend using a desktop/laptop but content can also be accessed on mobile devices. Certificates will only be awarded for full completion of the class.
Learner Outcomes
- Demonstrate an understanding of the 17 sustainable development goals and how they relate to Montessori pedagogy.
- Cultivate strategies to foster a sense of environmental consciousness among students, encouraging them to appreciate and care for the natural world.
- Develop ways to promote social responsibility among students, emphasizing empathy, equity, and inclusivity in their interactions with others.
- Explore ways to instill economic awareness in students, helping them understand the interconnections between economic systems, social well-being, and environmental sustainability.
- Explore strategies for empowering students of all ages to become active participants and leaders in promoting sustainable practices within their communities.
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Welcome & Introduction [10 minutes]
Welcome to An Introduction to Sustainability in the Montessori Classroom [5 minutes]
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Open to view video. | Closed captions available
Watch this short welcome video for a brief introduction to the this self-guided class.
Introduction Discussion [5 minutes]
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Make 1 discussion post to continue.
This discussion offers an opportunity to introduce yourself, share where you are from, and what brings you to this class. Click "Participate in the Discussion" to begin. The prompt will be provided at the top of the discussion space.
Lesson 1: Introduction to Sustainable Development Goals [1 hour]
Lesson 1: Introduction to Sustainable Development Goals [45 minutes]
Begin self-paced component package.
Begin self-paced component package.
This lesson offers an overview of sustainable development goals and how they intersect with Montessori pedagogy.
Lesson 1 Discussion [15 minutes]
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Make 1 discussion post to continue.
The Lesson 1 Discussion invites you to share how you think incorporating SDGs might foster a sense of global responsibility in your school/school community. Click "Participate in the Discussion" to begin. The prompt will be provided at the top of the discussion space.
Lesson 2: Fostering Environmental Consciousness [1 hour]
Lesson 2: Fostering Environmental Consciousness [45 minutes]
Begin self-paced component package.
Begin self-paced component package.
This lesson introduces three SDGs related to environmental consciousness and offers resources and strategies that support nurturing environmental consciousness in the Montessori classroom.
Lesson 2 Discussion [15 minutes]
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Make 1 discussion post to continue.
The Lesson 2 Discussion invites you to consider how you can incorporate environmental sustainability into daily activities to align with SDGs. Click "Participate in the Discussion" to begin. The prompt will be provided at the top of the discussion space.
Lesson 3: Promoting Social Responsibility [1 hour]
Lesson 3: Promoting Social Responsibility [45 minutes]
Begin self-paced component package.
Begin self-paced component package.
This lesson introduces three SDGs related to social responsibility and offers resources and strategies that support nurturing social responsibility in the Montessori classroom.
Lesson 3 Discussion [15 minutes]
Make 1 discussion post to continue.
Make 1 discussion post to continue.
The Lesson 3 Discussion invites you to reflect on a recent lesson or classroom experience aimed at fostering social responsibility among your students in the school environment. Click "Participate in the Discussion" to begin. The prompt will be provided at the top of the discussion space.
Lesson 4: Instilling Economic Awareness [1 hour]
Lesson 4: Instilling Economic Awareness [45 minutes]
Begin self-paced component package.
Begin self-paced component package.
This lesson introduces two SDGs related to economic awareness and offers resources and ideas for integrating economic awareness in the Montessori classroom.
Lesson 4 Discussion [15 minutes]
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Make 1 discussion post to continue.
The Lesson 4 Discussion invites you to consider how you might approach teaching economic concepts in your Montessori environment within the context of sustainable development. Click "Participate in the Discussion" to begin. The prompt will be provided at the top of the discussion space.
Lesson 5: Empowering Students as Changemakers [1 hour]
Lesson 5: Empowering Students as Changemakers [45 minutes]
Begin self-paced component package.
Begin self-paced component package.
The lesson introduces SDG 4 and the importance of empowering students as changemakers.
Lesson 5 Discussion [15 minutes]
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Make 1 discussion post to continue.
The Lesson 5 Discussion will invite you to consider how you can inspire your students to be changemakers around sustainable development goals. Click "Participate in the Discussion" to begin. The prompt will be provided at the top of the discussion space.
Lesson 6: Creating Learning Experiences Centered on SDGs [1 hour]
Lesson 6: Creating Learning Experiences Centered on SDGs [45 minutes]
Begin self-paced component package.
Begin self-paced component package.
In this final lesson, we will explore resources to support your creation of learning experiences centered on SDGs.
Lesson 6 Discussion [15 minutes]
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The Lesson 6 Discussion will invite you to share resources and ideas you've gained through this class that will help you create learning experiences centered on the SDGs.
Closing Comments [2 minutes]
Open to view video. | Closed captions available | 2 minutes
Open to view video. | Closed captions available | 2 minutes
This short video will offer some final thoughts related to Sustainability in the Montessori Classroom.
Survey & Certificate [5 minutes]
An Introduction to Sustainability in the Montessori Classroom Survey [5 minutes]
5 Questions
5 Questions
Completion of this survey is required before receiving a certificate of completion.
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Certificate of Professional Development
8.00 CPD credits | Certificate available
8.00 CPD credits | Certificate available
A certificate for 8 professional development hours will release within 30 minutes of completion of all components of the class.
Additional Resources
Open to download resource.
Open to download resource.
This downloadable pdf offers resources from each lesson of this self-guided class. We hope you’ll explore these resources and continue learning about sustainability.
Padlet of Infant, Toddler, and Early Childhood Ideas
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Open to download resource.
This downloadable pdf offers links to resources and ideas for creating sustainability-focused activities/lessons at the IT and EC level (as shared in Lesson 6).
Padlet of Elementary Ideas
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Open to download resource.
This downloadable pdf offers links to resources and ideas for creating sustainability-focused activities/lessons at the Elementary level (as shared in Lesson 6).
Padlet of Secondary Ideas
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Open to download resource.
This downloadable pdf offers links to resources and ideas for creating sustainability-focused activities/lessons at the Secondary level (as shared in Lesson 6).
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