Samantha File

Beginning teacher- Environmental enthusiast

[Samantha File @samfile_uon]

Mansilla & Jackson (2011) ask us to ponder why we should be educating for global competence? We live in an ever changing world- A world which is dependent on respect for diversity, respect for #environment and future citizens that take action. #UonTeach
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[Samantha File @samfile_uon]

8 kilograms of plastic found in autopsy of dead whale... so sad. There is so much we can do to reduce waste that ends up in landfill and oceans. #Wastefree lunches are just a start. Real world examples will hit the hearts of our students like it's hit me. #UonTeach #plasticfree

[Samantha File @samfile_uon]

Check out @coolaustralia, it's a fantastic group that provides free lesson plans and student worksheets on so many intriguing topics in all our KLAs. What's best is it fosters inquiry-based learning! #UoNTeach

[Samantha File @samfile_uon]

Using an inquiry based learning approach when incorporating a community based project into a unit of work is so beneficial. It empowers students to have a voice as #globalcitizens, take ownership of their learning and ultimately increase motivation and engagement! #UoNTeach https://t.co/Z7hWj5hDEH

[Eleanor Campey @eleanorcampey]

'Global Perspectives' (GEPNSW, 2014) is an indispensable resource for developing a globally engaged school, community and classroom. The model for inquiry involves rethinking practices and recognising there are no simple recipes for success. #UoNTeach

[Samantha File @samfile_uon]

School community projects are such a fantastic way to motivate our students to learn. It gives students an opportunity to learn in real world contexts and provides so many opportunities for #Collaboration and creates #globalcitizens. @InspireTeach #UoNTeach https://t.co/YlHUwkMFwV

[Samantha File @samfile_uon]

#Engage, #inspire and spark curiosity in your students by ensuring your lessons have 'connected' concepts that reflect aspects of the real world. Transfer content across the #curriculum areas to deal with our overcrowded curriculum (Warnod, 2002).

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[Samantha File @samfile_uon]

Have you checked out your local @LandcareNSW when trying to implement a #sustainability project in your school? There are so many wonderful #PowerfulYouth grants available to assist in helping make your project idea a reality. #UoNTeach #environment

[Samantha File @samfile_uon]

As teachers we inspire our students to make active changes towards #sustainability in learning in real world contexts. Our small, local actions ultimately contribute to global change. #UoNTeach #sustainblefuture #environmentfriends https://t.co/IJqTycGjRT

[Landcare Australia @LandcareAust]

#Inspiring #Quotes #Nature #Environment #Conservation #Biodiversity #PlanetEarth

[Samantha File @samfile_uon]

A Waste Audit is a fantastic idea, not only so we can familiarise ourselves with the astounding amounts of waste our schools are overturning but to inspire our students to be #innovative, facing this real world problem and helping bring about change! #UoNTeach #sustainability https://t.co/2fczVkjlBz

[Emily Pearman @emilyprosser96]

A great teacher's guide on performing a Waste Audit in your school. Get familiar with the amount of waste we are creating around us so that we can do something about it! #UoNTeach #wasteaudit #wastemanagement #livingsustainability
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[Samantha File @samfile_uon]

I have come to realise how easy it is to join the @CompostRevoln. Children would have so much fun helping implement #compost systems in schools and the learning can cross through many of our KLAs. Let's head towards a #sustainablefuture #UoNTeach https://t.co/uVDBgmns3Q

[Samantha File @samfile_uon]

What a fantastic and fun resource we can use in our classrooms to teach our students to be #sustainable! #UoNTeach #WarOnWaste

[Samantha File @samfile_uon]

The #waronwaste has begun! #BanTheBag was just the beginning, Woolworths will now be removing its 134 million plastic straws a year from shelves. How great would it be if schools followed their footsteps and moved towards waste free lunches! #UoNTeach
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[Samantha File @samfile_uon]

Ferguson-Patrick (2016) emhasises the important role we have in creating opportunities for cooperative learning. As teachers of 21st Century learners, we ultimately need to scaffold learning and inspire our students... how will we ensure this? #UoNTeach

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[Samantha File @samfile_uon]

This is a really interesting notion... Students need to ask their own questions about their world, as it may be the most basic life practice of lifelong learning and independent thinking that school offers students. #UoNTeach #criticalthinking https://t.co/BKOksuEnkD

[MindShift @MindShiftKQED]

Sometimes students need a little structure to practice asking questions, but often teachers are surprised at what they come up with when given the space to do so @RightQuestion https://t.co/hCYWqIMTBZ @Kschwart #edchat #curiosity #inquiry

[Samantha File @samfile_uon]

When you think about what you have eaten today how many items are in packaging? How many items have 1, 2, or even 3 layers of packaging? Where does this packaging end up? What can we do? Let's put it to our students! #UoNTeach #WarOnWaste #innovation

[Samantha File @samfile_uon]

Here are some fantastic ways we can encourage #sustainability with our students. #EarthDay, #EarthMonth, why not Earth Always! #UoNTeach https://t.co/rfIJ6OeyF6

[We Are Teachers @WeAreTeachers]

Some good ones to try this month! #EarthDay #EarthMonth #NationalVolunteerWeek #edchat #scichat
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[Samantha File @samfile_uon]

Let's take our teaching above and beyond! Embrace the 21st Century Learning Skills- ensure learning is fun, ensure learning is interesting and ensure our learners are innovative. #UoNTeach #futureteachers

[Samantha File @samfile_uon]

Look at the pure excitement of these young children in making change! Our students are our future, let them be advocates of our #wastefreeworld and provide them with opportunities to change your school community. #UoNTeach #wastewise https://t.co/882DR5nnQy

[Newman College @NewmanCollegeWA]

Kindy Y are this week's Trash-free Tuesday winners. Considering the #Environment when packing lunch boxes #WasteWise #shinethroughdiscovery

[Samantha File @samfile_uon]

Students are far more empowered when they shape their path of learning. This link shows students passionate about beating the #WarOnWaste, let's provide our students with opportunities to embrace the same desire for change. #wastewise #UoNTeach

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[Samantha File @samfile_uon]

Youth around the world are interested in finding ways to address global issues such as food waste. It is essential we find ways to stimulate our students in our schools and give them opportunities to help change our Earth! #UoNTeach https://t.co/s8JhjgnFRs

[Food Tank @foodtank]

Let's celebrate our youth this #EarthDay2018! Instead of waiting for change to happen, youth are finding ways to address hunger, obesity, food waste, urbanization, and a whole range of other problems. https://t.co/mjwQ0aOgYf. #EarthDay18 #EarthDay