References to Vörå municipality's curriculum grades 1-9 regarding ecological sustainability:
For each theme area, there are references from the curriculum for each subject where the theme can be reflected.
Here are references to the topic Climate Change and Water in the subjects BI and GE.
Then there are references to the topic Sustainable Materials, Waste Sorting, and Food Waste in the subjects HUSL, BI, and SL.
THEME: CLIMATE CHANGE AND WATER
Climate Change and Water are part of the core content I3 in geography for 7th grade:
- "Additionally, students gain basic knowledge about water, mire, mountain, and urban ecosystems."
Climate Change and Water are part of the core content I6 in biology for 7th grade:
- "The content is related to the preservation of biological diversity, climate change, sustainable use of natural resources, and changes in the local environment. Students reflect on ecological, social, economic, and ethical principles for the sustainable use of natural resources, sustainable food production, and animal welfare."
The goals linked to I3 and I6 in biology for 7th grade are:
- M1 help the student understand the basic structure and functioning of ecosystems, as well as compare different ecosystems and identify species
- M3 guide the student in exploring how organisms adapt to different habitats and understanding the importance of various habitats for biological diversity
- M6 guide the student in assessing changes in nature and the impact of humans on the environment, as well as understanding 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 the student's relationship with nature and environmental awareness
- M14 inspire the student to influence and build a sustainable future
K1: "It is important to learn to listen to oneself and others, to see things from others' perspectives, and to find alternative and creative solutions."
K4: "Students should primarily practice analytical, critical, and cultural literacy."
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 operate and influence within society."
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."
Climate Change and Water is included in the core content I3 in geography for 7th grade:
- "Students examine the basic necessities for life, such as clean air, water, and nutrition, their availability, and their sustainable use."
Climate Change and Water is included in the core content I6 in geography for 7th grade:
- "Students familiarize themselves with environmental changes, particularly climate change and how the diversity of nature is weakening."
The objectives related to I3 and I6 in geography for 7th grade are:
- M4 encourage the student to reflect on the interaction between humans and nature and understand the importance of sustainable use of natural resources
- M9 teach the student to observe the environment and changes in the environment and engage the student to keep up with current events in their local area, in Finland, and around the world
- M11 guide the student to care for nature, the built environment, and their diversity, and strengthen the student's ability to participate and influence
- M12 support the student in growing into an active and responsible citizen who adopts a sustainable lifestyle
K4: "Students should primarily practice analytical, critical, and cultural literacy."
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 at school can be used to build a sustainable future."
Sustainable Material, Waste Sorting and Food Waste is part of the central content I1 in home economics for grade 7:
- "Recycling in the kitchen."
The objectives associated with I1 in home economics for grade 7 are:
- M11 to teach students to read, interpret, and evaluate instructions, signs, and symbols related to the household and local environment
- M13 to guide students towards a sustainable lifestyle by raising their awareness of environmental and cost considerations in everyday life
K1: "Students should be given the opportunity to make observations and practice their observational skills, to seek information in various ways, and to critically examine the content from different perspectives"
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 favorable 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."
Sustainable materials, waste sorting, and food waste are part of the central content I6 in biology for the 7th grade:
- "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 the 7th grade are:
- M12 inspire the student to deepen their interest in nature and natural phenomena, as well as strengthen the student's relationship with nature and their environmental awareness
- M13 guide the student in making 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 services and databases work and generate 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."
Sustainable materials, waste sorting, and food waste are included in the central 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 objectives 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 make choices related to the crafting process that promote a sustainable lifestyle
K1: "Students should be given the opportunity to make observations and practice their observation skills, seek information in various ways, and critically examine the content being 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 related to it."
K4: "Students should be encouraged to use their multiliteracy skills to influence and participate in various ways in their living environment, in the 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' work methods and information production, 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."