Public Health In Action

Public Health In Action

Public Health In Action

Language:

English

Grade/Age:

Secondary (15-18)

Subject:

Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, Public Health, Health and Wellbeing

Global Goals:

1: No Poverty, 2: Zero Hunger, 3: Good Health and Well Being 4: Quality Education, 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure, 10: Reduced Inequalities, 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities, 13: Climate Action, 17: Partnerships for the Goals

Dates:

September 15, 2024 through May 25, 2025

Project Description:

 

Public Health is more important than ever. With the changing social, political, cultural and economic norms we need to reimagine higher education—emphasizing Population Health and Social Determinants of Health that promotes attaining the full potential for health and well being for all. This means incorporating “glocalization” into solution centric approaches and creative leadership.

Completing this course marks the level of students’ efforts and signifies a significant step forward in their journey towards understanding public health. Throughout this project, students will engage with a diverse range of topics, methodologies, and real-world applications, equipping them with essential knowledge, skills, and perspectives to navigate the multifaceted landscape of public health.

Moreover, the lessons learned from this course project will serve as a solid foundation for students as they continue their academic and professional endeavors in the field of public health. Whether pursuing further studies, embarking on careers in public health practice, or advocating for policy change, students are well-equipped to make meaningful contributions to improving the health and well-being of communities locally, nationally, and globally.

When is the project most active?

N/A

Length of time to complete project:

2 semesters (8 weeks each)

Instructional time required for project:

1-2 hours per week

Facilitator(s):

Dr. Ashish Joshi, Niharika Jha, Michelle Jeu, Kami Geron

Facilitator country:

United States

Project Phases:

Understand Public Health and its related challenges and acquire skills and knowledge that will help to design, develop, and implement innovative solutions that address these challenges using a human centered design approach.

Not a member yet? Become one today!

Project Categories

STEM

Creative/Language Arts

Social Sciences

Cultural Package Exchange

Cultural Package Exchange

Cultural Package Exchange

Language:

English

Grade/Age:

Primary (5-11), Middle (12-14), Secondary (15-18)

Subject:

Creative Arts & Language Arts

Global Goals:

4: Quality Education, 11. Sustainable Cities and Communities, 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions, 17: Partnerships for the Goals

Dates:

September 2024 – May 2025

Project Description:

Schools from two different countries exchange (real or virtual) box full of cultural items such as cultural clothes, food and ornaments. The project will have schools matched according to age and country. Their first interaction will be online through the iEARN forum where they will exchange information about themselves, schools, town and country. The second stage the teacher asks the students to search and collect items that relate to their cultures, clothes, food, snacks, lucky charms and everything that they think represents their county. They will also write informative descriptions of the items, wrap the box and send it by mail. The final step is when they receive the package, they write in the forum about their reactions, and if they have extra questions about the items.

When is the project most active?

Throughout the year. Depends on participating partner classes.

Length of time to complete project:

It depends on each partner as they can spend 10-12 weeks depending on the post services on their countries.

Instructional time required for project:

1-2 Hours Per Week

Facilitator(s):

Asma Mahek Al Beriki, asmaa.albriki@moe.com 

Facilitator country:

Oman

Not a member yet? Become one today!

Project Categories

STEM

Creative/Language Arts

Social Sciences

Dreamline SEL

Dreamline SEL

Dreamline SEL

Language:

English

Grade/Age:

Primary (Age 10+), Middle (12-14), Secondary (15-18)

Subject:

Art, Creative & Language Arts

Global Goals:

1: No Poverty; 4: Quality Education; 5: Gender Equality; 13: Climate Action; 16: Peace and Justice, Strong Institutions

Dates:
September 2023 – May 2024
Facilitator(s):

Daniel Arboleda, Jeffrey Harlan

Project Description:

Join up with Dreamline this year to elevate your student’s voices and connect them to others’ on a deep level that engages empathy, agency, and belonging. Dreamline’s new Dream Path SEL curriculum integrates Social-Emotional Learning skills along with the UN SDGs and gives students a direct connection with each others’ shared dreams. Using art, words, and community building, Dreamline helps young people to find a dream they believe in – because that changes everything. Free Dream Path SEL digital subscription for all iEARN members.

When is the project most active?

October and May

Length of time to complete project:

5 weeks

Instructional time required for project:

less than 1 hour per week

Facilitator(s):

Ricardo Lopez

Facilitator country:

Argentina

Will the project include a synchronous exchange?

No

Project Phases:
  1. Participating in teacher training
  2. Instructions on how to carry out the activities
  3. Coordination of measurement dates
  4. Measurement
  5. Calculations with shared data
  6. Share Final Results

Not a member yet? Become one today!

Project Categories

STEM

Creative/Language Arts

Social Sciences

IMAGZ Making Myself Heard

IMAGZ Making Myself Heard

IMAGZ Making Myself Heard

Language:

English

Grade/Age:

Primary (5-11), Middle (12-14), Secondary (15-18)

Subject:

Creative & Language Arts, Social Studies, Science, Technology, Engineering, Math (STEM)

Global Goals:

3: Good Health and Well-Being, 4: Quality Education, 5: Gender Equality, 6: Clean Water and Sanitation, 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure, 10: Reduced Inequalities, 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities, 13: Climate Action, 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions, 17: Partnerships for the Goals

Dates:

September 1, 2024 – August 31, 2025

Facilitator(s):

Project Description:

Want to know your peers from other countries, understand them better and wish to vent out your feelings, well, this is the project that will help you do all that. The project will be about creating a digital magazine featuring the works of students from different schools across the globe. In the process, you will make lifelong friends and make the world a better place to live in.

Facilitator country:

India

When is the project most active?

October-November/February-March

Length of time to complete project:

6 weeks

Instructional time required for project:

less than 1 hour per week

Not a member yet? Become one today!

Project Categories

STEM

Creative/Language Arts

Social Sciences

My Identity, Your Identity

My Identity, Your Identity

My Identity, Your Identity

Language:

English

Grade/Age:

Primary (5-11), Middle (12-14), Secondary (15-18)

Subject:

Social Studies

Global Goals:

4: Quality Education

Dates:

September 2024 – July 2025

Facilitator(s):

Ameena Piracha

Project Description:

The “My Identity, Your Identity” project is aimed at helping students explore and research the elements that shape their cultural identities. Students will delve into traditions, well-known landmarks, and customs specific to their communities. Through discussions, students will share insights about traditional celebrations, including clothing, special foods, and music preferences. To gain deeper insight, students are encouraged to interview older generations who can provide firsthand accounts of long-standing traditions. By embracing their heritage and connecting with their roots, students will develop a deeper appreciation for the customs that define their communities.

When is the project most active?

February – May

Facilitator country:

Pakistan

Length of time to complete project:

6-8 Weeks

Instructional time required for project:

1-2 Hours Per Week

Not a member yet? Become one today!

Project Categories

STEM

Creative/Language Arts

Social Sciences