The Environmental Implications of Educational Technology
Welcome to our ETEC 511 case study blog! The focus of our project is electronic waste and its relation to educational technology. Our overall goal is to promote awareness and action within our schools, students and teachers.
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PERSONALIZE YOUR LEARNING EXPERIENCE!
To make this learning conference as applicable to you as possible, we have developed several lessons designed for students of varying levels. We have created three different units of study, all surrounding the topic of e-waste: Elementary, Middle, and High school levels. Please check out the lesson, activities and resources most relevant to you and the level to you teach OR if you have time, why not check out all three?!
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WHAT IS E-WASTE?
E-waste can be defined as any garbage created by discarded electronic devices and components, as well as substances involved in their manufacture or use. With the fast pace growth and advancement of technology, many forget about the environmental implications this tech evolution is creating. Electronic waste is said to be the fastest growing source of waste in North America, with serious consequences as electronic equipment frequently contains hazardous, toxic substances, especially when these pollutants are burned or recycled in uncontrolled environments.
Around the world, a number of initiatives have arisen to address the issue of e-waste. Solutions include the reuse of electronic devices and their components (e-cycling), as well as mandating safer alternatives to hazardous substances disposal.
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SOME FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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BEFORE YOU CHOOSE WHAT LESSON TO EXPLORE…
WHAT ARE YOU THOUGHTS?!
Please take a moment to give us your initial reaction. Thanks!
- What are some of the opinions, ideas, arguments etc. you have surrounding the topic of e-waste?
- Do you recycle your electronics?
- Have you ever donated your old electronics?
- How many old electronics to you have stashed/hiding around your home at this very moment?
- Did you know that UBC has a e-waste recycling program!? Check out the link for more information!
http://sustain.ubc.ca/campus-initiatives/recycling-waste/e-waste