Teaching Resources for Faculty
Instructional Materials for teacher prep programs
This page includes resources for faculty to use when including environmental education into teacher preparation programs. Inclusion of environmental education can be done in a variety of ways and this page includes options for faculty to consider. If background information on environmental education is needed, faculty should refer to the Background Info page.
Here you will find resources such as sample instructional modules and slide decks that can be used as is or modified. Additionally, resources for classroom activities and assignments are included on this page, such as an issue card investigation activity and environmental literacy models (ELMs) which can be used by pre-service teachers to develop their ideas.
Sample Course syllabi
Incorporating MWEE training into teacher preparation programs can take a variety of forms. Access sample course syllabi that illustrate three different methods including a dedicated course or options to weave into existing courses.
additional resources
guidance from colleagues
Faculty from James Madison University share how they provide MWEE training to their pre-service teachers.
Instructional MODULEs
Sample instructional modules created by TIDES educators illustrating different ways to incorporate MWEE training into education courses.
Slide Decks
Sample slide presentations that correlate to instructional modules. Slides can be used as is or modified to incorporate MWEEs into teacher preparation courses.
Issue Cards
Download a PPT file with issue cards that can be used with your students to explore local environmental issues and serve as the basis of a MWEE investigation.
Environmental Literacy Models
ELMs are the blueprints for designing and implementing MWEEs. Access example ELMs and a blank fillable ELM.