Compass Education

Teaching and Learning for a Sustainable World: A Systems Thinking Approach (Online Course)
2023-02-06 - 2023-03-26 | Online Course
About the Course:
This course is a seven-week cohort-based, asynchronous, facilitator-guided course, using both independent and collaborative learning methods. Participants will explore the concept of sustainability with a specific emphasis on the role of education and the use of systems thinking to enhance student learning. Systems thinking tools and methods will be demonstrated and participants will have the opportunity to explore their practical application. Whether you’re running a school or facilitating a conversation in the classroom, this course is for you!
Discounts are available for school cohorts registration of three people and more. Scholarships are available for public school educators and by application.
Registration deadline: February 3, 2023
Course info: https://compasseducation.org/compass-education-level-1-online-course/
Inquiries: team@compasseducation.org

Teaching and Learning for a Sustainable World: A Systems Thinking Approach (Onsite Workshop)
2023-02-10 - 2023-02-11 | International School Aberdeen, United Kingdom
This workshop is a Compass Education certification workshop, hosted by the International School Aberdeen.
Description
In this 2-day workshop, participants will explore the concept of sustainability with specific emphasis on the role of education and the use of systems thinking to enhance student learning and engagement as global citizens. Educators will be equipped with a suite of systems thinking tools to enable them to help students develop the knowledge, skills and dispositions necessary to participate in a complex and interdependent world. Whether you are running a school, facilitating a conversation in your classroom or working with young people in other contexts, this course is for you!
Who should participate?
Educators and program leaders who want to integrate sustainability education and system thinking into their teaching practice. It would also be of value to curriculum leaders and administrators interested in understanding what
the practical application of sustainability education looks like.
In this workshop, you will…

Discuss the imperative for sustainability education in a global context
Identify sustainability dispositions and examine their compatibility with your personal educational philosophy and institutional values
Understand the relationship between sustainability and systems thinking
Explore the educational uses of system thinking tools
Discover how sustainability habits of mind can be integrated into teaching and learning
Develop unit/lesson plans to include sustainability perspectives and systems thinking tools in your classroom

What will you take away from this course?

A practical understanding of sustainability and systems thinking
Powerful conversations and practical analysis of your educational setting
Useful tools that can be integrated into any curriculum and every class level
Access to our database of educator-sourced lesson plans
Professional networking with like-minded educators
Receive a Compass Education Level 1 “Compass Practitioner” Certificate of Participation
Become eligible for advanced learning opportunities and a pathway to becoming a Compass Facilitator

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Introduction to the Compass Tools: Systems Thinking for Sustainability in the Classroom (Virtual)
2023-02-15 - 2023-03-01 | Online Course
This event is a 3-part Introduction to the Compass Tools virtual workshop for individuals or teams of educators, educational leaders and curriculum specialists from member schools of Tri-Association.
Dates: February 15 and 22, March 1, 2023 (5-7 PM USA Eastern Standard Time)
Workshop Fee: Free of charge for Tri-Association member schools
Facilitators:

Britta McCarthy (Assistant Director of Learning at The Columbus School, Compass Facilitator)
Karen Virta (K2 English Teacher at the American School of Puerto Vallarta, Compass Facilitator)
Nicole Swedlow (Executive Director of Compass Education, Compass Facilitator)

About the Workshop
This flexible, three-part program enables schools to efficiently and effectively introduce educators, administrators and support staff to the fundamentals of sustainability and systems thinking. The process is designed to scaffold learners in systems processes through the introduction of two of the most important and useful systems thinking tools; the Sustainability Compass and Systems Iceberg. The final session supports and encourages participants to put their learning into immediate practice in the design of a lesson or project plan.
Part 1: Connecting with the Sustainability Compass (2 hours; week #1)
This session highlights a tool called the Sustainability Compass which engages us in systems thinking for sustainability – a way of looking at the world that emphasizes interconnectivity and interdependence. We will demonstrate ways
that this powerful tool can integrate into your teaching and learning plans to help learners think critically and deeply about the topics they study and our global community.
Part 2: Deeper Learning with the Systems Iceberg (2 hours; week #2)
This session dives deep into using the Iceberg model, a systems thinking tool designed to evaluate a problem or event by examining the root causes, underlying structures and mental models that can trigger it. As we deepen our
understanding we can develop new perspectives and more effective and sustainable solutions.
Part 3: Action Planning and Curriculum Design (2 hours; week #3)
We will study examples of curriculum design in a broad range of topics, age groups and subjects. You will be able to work independently or in small groups to design an action plan or curriculum plan to engage your students in systems thinking.
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