References to Vörå municipality's curriculum for grades 1-9 regarding ecological sustainability:
Each theme area contains references from the curriculum for each subject where the theme can be reflected.
Here are references to the theme area The interaction between nature and human activities; locally produced and ecological in the subjects BI, HUSL, and SL.
Then there are references to the theme area Cost awareness and price comparison, sustainable use of natural resources in the subjects BI, SL, HUSL, and SAMH.
THEME: THE INTERPLAY BETWEEN NATURE AND HUMAN ACTIVITY; LOCALLY PRODUCED AND ECOLOGICAL
The Interaction Between Nature and Human Activity; Locally Produced and Organic is included in the core content I6 in biology for grade 7:
- "The content relates to the preservation of biodiversity, climate change, sustainable use of natural resources, and changes in the immediate environment. Students reflect on ecological, social, economic, and ethical principles for the sustainable use of natural resources, sustainable food production, and animal welfare"
The objectives related to I6 in biology for grade 7 are:
- M6 guide the student to assess changes in nature and human impact on the environment and to understand the importance of ecosystem services
- M7 help the student develop scientific thinking and understand cause and effect relationships
- M12 inspire the student to deepen their interest in nature and natural phenomena and strengthen their relationship with nature and environmental awareness
- M14 inspire the student to influence and build a sustainable future
K4: "Students should primarily develop analytical, critical, and cultural literacy skills."
K5: "They should gain an understanding of how digital tools can be utilized in teaching across different subjects, in further studies and in working life, as well as to engage and influence in society."
K7: "During their basic education, students should form an understanding of why studies and participation are important, what a sustainable lifestyle means, and how the knowledge acquired in school can be used to build a sustainable future."
The interaction between nature and human activity; locally produced and organic is included in the core content I1 in home economics for 7th grade:
- "Basic cooking and baking, meal planning for both everyday and festive occasions, the food pyramid and plate model, meal recommendations, knowledge of food groups and nutrients, food choices and nutritional recommendations, locally produced and organic, traditional Finnish food culture, food culture in other countries, and the development of food culture and kitchen technology."
The goals related to I1 in home economics for 7th grade are:
- M11 teach the student to read, interpret, and evaluate instructions, signs, and symbols related to household and local environment
- M13 guide the student towards a sustainable lifestyle by focusing their attention on environmental and cost awareness in everyday life
K1: "Students should be given the opportunity to make observations and practice their observation skills, to seek information in various ways, and to critically examine the content discussed from different perspectives."
K4: "Students should be encouraged to use their multiliteracy skills to influence and participate in different ways in their living environment, in media, and in society. [...] Numerical literacy is needed, for example, when assessing the reliability of a poll or how advantageous a purchase offer is."
K7: "During basic education, students should form an understanding of why studies and participation are important, what a sustainable lifestyle means, and how the knowledge acquired in school can be used to build a sustainable future."
The interaction between nature and human activities; locally produced and organic is part of the central content I6 in craft class for grade 7:
- "Students reflect on ecological, social, economic, and ethical principles for sustainable use of natural resources, sustainable food production, and animal welfare."
The goals related to I6 in craft class for grade 7 are:
- M4 guide the student to learn to use craft-related concepts, signs, and symbols, and to strengthen the student's visual, material, and technical expression
- M8 guide the student to think economically and make choices in connection with the craft process that promote a sustainable lifestyle
K1: "Students should be given the opportunity to make observations and improve their observation skills, to seek information in various ways, and to critically examine the content discussed from different perspectives."
K2: "Students should learn to interpret cultural messages in their surroundings, get to know and appreciate their living environment and its cultural heritage, and identify values associated with it."
K4: "Students should be encouraged to use their competence in multiliteracy to influence and participate in various ways in their living environment, in media, and in society. [...] Numerical literacy is needed, for example, when assessing the reliability of a poll or how advantageous a purchase offer is."
K5: "At the same time, they should practice being critical of sources and learn to evaluate their own and others' ways of working and producing information, as well as how different search services and databases function and produce information."
K7: "During basic education, students should form an understanding of why studies and participation are important, what a sustainable lifestyle means, and how the knowledge acquired in school can be used to build a sustainable future."
Cost-awareness and price comparison, sustainable use of natural resources are part of the key content I6 in biology for grade 7:
- "Students reflect on ecological, social, economic, and ethical principles for the sustainable use of natural resources, sustainable food production, and animal welfare."
The objectives linked to I6 in biology for grade 7 are:
- M12 inspire the student to deepen their interest in nature and natural phenomena, and strengthen the student's relationship with nature and their environmental awareness
- M13 guide the student to make ethically motivated choices
- M14 inspire the student to influence and build a sustainable future
K5: "At the same time, they should practice being critical of sources and learn to evaluate their own and others' ways of working and producing information, as well as how different search engines and databases work and produce information."
K7: "During basic education, students should form an understanding of why studies and participation are important, what a sustainable lifestyle means, and how the knowledge acquired in school can be used to build a sustainable future."
Cost Awareness and Price Comparison, Sustainable Use of Natural Resources are part of the core content I6 in crafts for grade 7:
- "Students reflect on ecological, social, economic, and ethical principles for sustainable use of natural resources, sustainable food production, and animal welfare."
The goals related to I6 in crafts for grade 7 are:
- M4 guide the student to learn to use craft-related concepts, signs, and symbols and to enhance the student's visual, material, and technical expression skills
- M8 guide the student to think economically and in connection with the craft process make choices that promote a sustainable lifestyle
K1: "Students should be given opportunities to make observations and practice their observation skills, to seek information in different ways, and to critically examine the content being covered from different perspectives."
K2: "Students should learn to interpret cultural messages in their surroundings, get to know and appreciate their living environment and its cultural heritage, and identify values connected to it."
K4: "Students should be encouraged to use their multiliteracy skills to influence and participate in different ways in their environment, in media, and in society. [...] Numerical literacy is needed, for example, when assessing the reliability of a poll or how beneficial a purchase offer is."
K5: "At the same time, they should practice being source-critical and learn to evaluate their own and others' methods of working and producing information, as well as how different search engines and databases function and produce information."
K7: "During basic education, students should develop an understanding of why studies and participation are important, what a sustainable lifestyle means, and how the knowledge gained at school can be used to build a sustainable future."
Cost Awareness and Price Comparison, Sustainable Use of Natural Resources feature in the core content I2 in home economics for grade 7:
- "The content is selected to support the development of skills needed in a household as well as environmental and cost awareness."
The objectives related to I2 in home economics for grade 7 are:
- M3 guide and encourage the student to choose and use materials, tools, devices, and digital tools with consideration for well-being and sustainable consumption
- M10 encourage the student to seek and evaluate household-related information and guide them to use reliable information as a basis for their choices
- M13 guide the student towards a sustainable lifestyle by drawing their attention to environmental and cost awareness in daily life
K2: "Students will learn to interpret cultural messages in their environment, get to know and appreciate their living surroundings and heritage, and identify values associated with them."
K3: "They will be guided to strengthen their ability to plan and manage their own finances. Throughout basic education, students will practice making sustainable choices and adopting a sustainable lifestyle."
K4: "Students will be encouraged to use their multi-literacy skills to influence and participate in various ways in their environment, in the media, and in society. [...] Numeric literacy is needed, for instance, when assessing how reliable a poll is or how advantageous a purchase offer is."
K5: "At the same time, they should practice being critical of sources and learn to assess their own and others' ways of working and producing information, as well as understand how various search engines and databases work and produce information."
K7: "During basic education, students will form an understanding of why studies and participation are important, what a sustainable lifestyle means, and how the knowledge acquired at school can be used to build a sustainable future."
Cost Awareness and Price Comparison, Sustainable Use of Natural Resources are part of the core content I1 in social studies for grade 7:
- "Students delve into the individual's responsibilities, obligations, and rights, and how to gain control over their own life and finances."
Cost Awareness and Price Comparison, Sustainable Use of Natural Resources are part of the core content I4 in social studies for grade 7:
- Students deepen their understanding of basic concepts, phenomena, and key economic actors, and examine economic factors also with an eye on sustainable consumption. Additionally, students explore the relationship between the economy and well-being through work and entrepreneurship.
The goals related to I1 and I4 in home economics for grade 7 are:
- M4 help the student deepen and update their knowledge and skills in society, economics, and consumption, and critically evaluate the role and significance of media
- M8 guide the student to understand the basics of financial management, manage their own finances, and consume responsibly and in accordance with the principles of sustainable development
K2: "Students should learn to interpret cultural messages in their environment, get to know and appreciate their living environment and its cultural heritage, and identify values related to it."
K3: "They should be guided to strengthen their ability to plan and manage their own finances. During basic education, students should practice making sustainable choices and adopting a sustainable lifestyle."
K4: "Students should be encouraged to use their competence in multiliteracy to influence and participate in various ways in their living environment, in media, and in society. [...] Numerical literacy is needed, for example, when assessing the reliability of a poll or how advantageous an offer is."
K5: "At the same time, they should practice being critical of sources and learn to evaluate their own and others' ways of working and producing information, as well as how different search services and databases function and produce information."
K7: "During basic education, students should form an understanding of why studies and participation are important, what a sustainable lifestyle means, and how the knowledge acquired in school can be used to build a sustainable future."