Author: EngagED Learning

In the spring of 2024, 45 Grade 1 and Grade 2 students from A.E. Bowers Elementary School in Airdrie, Alberta, participated in creating a picnic table attachment disposal device to help reduce littering in Alberta Parks. Discover more in this article about a project that integrated problem-based learning, an interdisciplinary approach, and a real-world relevance in their learning.

Educators face the exciting challenge of preparing students for a world that demands both technical expertise and environmental responsibility. How is it possible to combine these two priorities in a hands-on, engaging way? The “Automated Greenhouses” project is one answer.

The 2030 deadline for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals looms large, demanding innovative educational approaches that equip learners with complex or wicked problem-solving skills. Learn more The Authentic Learning Lab, an educational initiative that collaborates with schools and educators to integrate the Sustainable Development Goals into dynamic, project-based learning experiences, fostering global citizenship and real-world problem-solving skills.

Between technological advancements, shifting demographics, and the environmental challenges our world is facing today, there has never been a more critical juncture for equipping students with the knowledge and skills for sustainable development. Discover in this article how databases and resources like R4R help educators readily teach sustainability topics and guide students to become engaged and take responsible actions toward sustainable development, along with insights on how to transform education.

Shaping tomorrow’s responsible, socially-engaged citizens requires a combination of know-how, vision, and sensitivity. Is there a secret recipe to inspire students, ignite their intrinsic motivation, and guide them towards self-fulfillment aligned with sustainability values. The combination of media art and sustainable development objectives represents an innovative, flexible, and accessible pedagogical approach that enriches the educational experience, fostering independent learning and global citizenship

In each issue of the magazine, we bring you a selection of sites and applications to discover! Have a look at our spring selection.

This article contains all the references of EngagED Learning Magazine, Volume 4 issue 3, Spring 2025.