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Schools risk teaching about 'world that won't exist'

Schools risk teaching about 'world that won't exist'

Tes Reporter, Tes Magazine

January 26, 2022

Most teachers say that climate change is not 'meaningfully' embedded in the curriculum, as a student-led bill on climate change gets second reading in Commons.

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Two thirds of teachers think climate change education ‘not meaningful’

Two thirds of teachers think climate change education ‘not meaningful’

Bradford Telegraph and Argus

January 26, 2022

Two thirds of teachers say education about climate change is not embedded in their school’s curriculum in a meaningful way, a survey suggested, as the first student-led Bill on the issue has its second reading in the Commons. Research drawing on responses from over 4,000 teachers found 67% reported that their school and subject area did not teach issues relating to climate change in a way that was “meaningful and relevant”.

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‘Their voices can’t be ignored any longer’: MPs to debate student’s Climate Education Bill

‘Their voices can’t be ignored any longer’: MPs to debate student’s Climate Education Bill

Sarah Wilson, The Big Issue

January 26, 2022

A new survey reveals two-thirds of teachers believe climate change is not taught adequately in schools – as the student-written Climate Education Bill heads for its second reading in parliament.

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The Second Reading is Coming! How do we feel?

The Second Reading is Coming! How do we feel?

Nico King

January 26, 2022

Everyone feels differently about important events, it's normal. Today we hear from some of Teach the Future's volunteers about how they're feeling and explore what they're taking away from the fact that we're at this stage.

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Kids aren’t being taught about climate change properly, say unions

Kids aren’t being taught about climate change properly, say unions

Metro Science Reporter

January 25, 2022

Teaching unions have written to Education Secretary Nadhim Zahawi to raise concerns that current measures to teach pupils about climate change are ‘not enough’. They add teachers may feel ‘constrained’ and ‘fearful’ in their discussions with students out of fear of being seen as ‘partisan’ under the current proposals.

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I Sat in Parliament at the First Reading

I Sat in Parliament at the First Reading

Tess Corcoran

January 25, 2022

On the 23rd of November, a few Teach the Future members and I sat in Parliament to hear Nadia Whittome present our Bill in the House of Commons for the First Reading. The experience was exciting and extremely validating. Read this blog for a full recount of the day: plans, spur-of-the-moment decisions, emotions and all.

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Our Bill is a Win for Climate Action

Our Bill is a Win for Climate Action

Nico King

January 23, 2022

Our Bill's Second Reading is obviously great for Teach the Future, but what does it say about climate action as a whole?

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How a Bill becomes a Law

How a Bill becomes a Law

Nico King

January 20, 2022

We've talked a lot about our Bill and it's 'journey', but how does it actually become a law?

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How Does Our Climate Education Bill fit into a Just Transition?

How Does Our Climate Education Bill fit into a Just Transition?

Nico King

January 16, 2022

Communities across the world desperately need Climate Justice, least not those in the Global South. Although it’s not a total solution by any means, Climate Education will be a huge step towards reaching Climate Justice.

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Online School: Do We Need a Long-term Plan?

Online School: Do We Need a Long-term Plan?

Nico King & Mary Skuodas

January 13, 2022

Online learning has been a serious issue and major talking point, but widespread remote learning might not be a one-off instance that will go away with COVID. With the advance of the Climate Emergency, remote learning may need to become more commonplace, here are our thoughts…

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We've launched a Crowdfunder!

We've launched a Crowdfunder!

Natasha Pavey

January 9, 2022

Help us achieve our aims and fund our work in 2022 by donating to our new Crowdfunder! In 2022 we hope to achieve more than ever! With our Climate Education Bill in Parliament for its second reading in January, there's no denying, we're making waves! But we just need a little help to keep up our momentum: enter our new fundraising page.

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How can you help Teach the Future now?

How can you help Teach the Future now?

Nico King

January 6, 2022

Recently we’ve told you a lot about Teach the Future’s plans, but this blog is dedicated to how you can get involved with us!