By studying natural and man-made disasters students have the opportunity to investigate the causes of these calamities and ways in which technology is able to reduce their effects. They become more aware of the need to respect environmental, structural and safety guidelines and may be better prepared to cope with emergency situations. By studying events that have happened in the real world, students will naturally become more compassionate and scientifically literate with regard to natural disasters.
To help students understand these disasters, each disaster needs to be introduce and studied in depth in class. Technology tools such as wikis, web sites, web quests, streamlined videos, and Web 2.0 media presentations, students will gain a better understanding of natural disasters. With this deeper understanding, students will gain an appreciation and begin to consider what they can do to help those that have been affected by a natural disaster. Hosting a disaster preparedness fair for the community and collecting items needed to send for disaster relief are specific ways that students can contribute to help during the aftermath of a disaster. This type of citizenship and responsibility need to be among the required learning of all students.
Collon,
ReplyDeleteIt sounds like you are very familiar with technology and use it well to encourage your students to become more aware of how natural disasters effect the world around us. I agree that it is important to study the events of the real world to become more informed of what can be done or how to help when the need arises. Disaster relief is a vital part of the human race and instilling a sense of community to protect and take care of those in need is a very fulfilling legacy to give to our students. Keep up your great efforts to keep the student up to date and informed of their happenings in their world. It sounds like you are doing a great job.
Great idea to host a disaster preparedness fair. It would be a good way to involve the community and help make science real for your students. Having students collect items to share with people who were affected by natural disasters will help build empathy with your students.
ReplyDeleteHello,
ReplyDeleteI think that you bring up some excellent points with regards to helping students become more compassionate citizens through helping others in need. I wanted to suggest the following website that you may want to use with your students to help with additional ideas to helping those in need:
http://www.dosomething.org/
Amy :)