History of Earth Day
In this one time class, we will explore the beginning of Earth Day in 1970, how it has evolved over time, and discuss different ways we can make a difference by recycling, reusing, and reducing.
Tina Hugall MHA MBA
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What's included
1 live meeting
50 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 6 - 8
Welcome! Do you have a passion for or an interest in the environment? Then come and join us as we walk through the history and impact of Earth Day! Some of the topics that will be covered in this one time class are: *Discuss the origins of the holiday and how the environmental movements of the 1960's and 1970's created awareness to how it changed throughout the 70's-80's and then went global in 1990. *Walk through the 2000's and discuss how the holiday evolved as technology and awareness was changing in the new century. *Learn about different celebrations and how people around the world view this holiday. *Discuss, share, and learn about different things that we do to reduce, reuse, and recycle to lessen our imprint on earth.
Learning Goals
Learners will explore the history of environmentalism and conservation and share ideas on how to make an impact in their own lives.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
In this class, we will be discussing pollutants and waste that has affected the environment. All discussions will be at an age appropriate level.
There may be some Youtube videos that are seen during this class. I will share my screen and learners will not need to access them on their own.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
Some of the sources that will be used are, but not limited to:
Smithsonian
National Geographic
PBS
Library of Congress
Earth Day https://www.earthday.org/
EPA https://www.epa.gov/history/epa-history-earth-day
Time Magazine https://time.com/5570269/earth-day-origins/
Dynamic Language https://www.dynamiclanguage.com/earth-day-celebrations-around-the-globe/#:~:text=Earth%20Day%20is%20celebrated%20around,to%20make%20the%20planet%20better.
GreenMatters https://www.greenmatters.com/p/international-earth-day-celebrations
Scholastic.com https://www.scholastic.com/parents/family-life/parent-child/6-ways-to-celebrate-earth-day.html
Joined March, 2018
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Master's Degree from Louisiana State University
I have been an educator on Outschool since February of 2018. I have my MBA and MHA, both of which have taught me the value of conducting research and asking questions. I have a passion for history and learning. You can usually find me in the middle of 2-3 books or watching a documentary. Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$11
per classMeets once
50 min
Completed by 4 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-14
3-10 learners per class
