How to teach ecology in schools

How to teach ecology in schools

By Dr. Kyle Muller

Ecology is the defense and protection of nature and the environment. In other words, it is the How to keep this planet. Therefore, it is essential that ecology be taught in schools from an early age. Children will be responsible for caring for the planet in the future.

Ecology studies, more specifically, the relations of living beings with the environment and, also, the transport of matter and energy and their transformation by living organisms. Beyond this, and taking into account that the human being is the living organism that most influences the planet, ecology must take care of how man is changing The environment. Or, perhaps another perspective was better: how the human being can develop and enjoy a good quality of life without harming nature. If you want to know How to teach ecology in schoolskeep reading this green ecology article.

How to teach ecology

The teaching of ecology in schools does not necessarily mean going to the field to know nature. The environment is allalso the city. In this way, teaching ecology in school is to go to the patio, to the city and Observe natural processes: The environment is a river and a mountain, but also the trees in the cities, a puddle or an insect that lives in the courtyard of the school.

On the other hand, it is necessary to influence issues such as reuse and recyclingas well as in resource savings (water, energy …) and in the importance of reducing consumption in general.

Practical cases

It is a good idea to teach ecology with practical cases. For example, children can be taught Prepare natural fertilizer with waste such as remains of potatoes or carrots or fallen leaves. Then, to complete the process, that compost must be used to sow some type of vegetable or fruit. With the advantage that children, once food is collected, can be taken home to consume.

Other waste can also be used for Manufacture new objects and teach the concept of reuse.

How to teach ecology in schools - practical cases

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Kyle Muller
About the author
Dr. Kyle Muller
Dr. Kyle Mueller is a Research Analyst at the Harris County Juvenile Probation Department in Houston, Texas. He earned his Ph.D. in Criminal Justice from Texas State University in 2019, where his dissertation was supervised by Dr. Scott Bowman. Dr. Mueller's research focuses on juvenile justice policies and evidence-based interventions aimed at reducing recidivism among youth offenders. His work has been instrumental in shaping data-driven strategies within the juvenile justice system, emphasizing rehabilitation and community engagement.
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