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Eco idea Myths of Nature
TITLE:
Myths and traditions of Nature
DESCRIPTION
Students search and present myths and traditions related to nature in the area of Guimar or on the island of Tenerife in general
AIM
Students relate oral tradition, history and nature
Students learn more about the nature of the Canarians
Students reflect on old traditions
STEPS
The teacher guides the students to resources, digital, old books, oral traditions that relate to the nature of the Canarias. Students make a research and present to the plenary.
Students try to understand the natural phenomena behind the myths
Guayota, the demon that lives in the Teide
The natives of Tenerife believed that Guayota was the evil entity living in the bowels of the Teide. According to the beliefs of the time, he was the one which was awakening the volcano, spreading fire, lava and ash over the island as it suited him. Its name means “Destroyer”, by the destructive qualities to be associated to the volcanic phenomena, which this entity supposedly was responsible for.
Guayota lived inside the Teide, at a place that connected with the underworld. According to this legend it was Achamán, the supreme god of the Guanches, who after a fierce battle managed to lock Guayota inside the volcano and close it off, achieving peace and tranquility on the island of Tenerife. Assiduously, the Canary aborigines came to the crater to make offerings to this mythological creature. With those they supposedly would appease his fury, preventing to wake him up and that he leaves his dwelling within the Teide.
Eco idea Sustainable Development Goals
TITLE:
Sustainable Development Goals
DESCRIPTION
Students study Sustainable Development Goals and present those which consider important for environment
AIM
Students study SDGs
Students think about the importance of SDGs
Students suggest actions that relate to SDGs
STEPS
The teacher presents Sustainable Development Goals
Students express their opinion in texts or images in a Padlet
Eco idea Overtourism in Tenerife
TITLE:
Overtourism in Tenerife
DESCRIPTION
Students present the situation in Tenerife because of overtourism
AIM
Students learn the idea of overtourism
Students study overtourism in their own area
Students judge whether articles express the reality and are fair
Students present their own opinion in overtourism
STEPS
The teacher explains the idea of overtourism
Teacher gives examples from the island of Tenerife
Teacher relates any previous knowledge by students
Students present overtourism as it relates to their life and their future profession
Resources presented and discussed by students (both local and international to spot differences in opinion)
https://www.canarygreen.org/over-tourism-now-is-the-time-for-action/
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-68865755
https://adventure.com/canary-islands-overtourism-local-protests/
https://www.dw.com/en/spain-canary-islands-mass-protests-target-overtourism/a-68922697
https://inews.co.uk/news/world/british-expat-overtourism-threatens-tenerife-3007732
https://www.theguardian.com/world/2024/apr/20/thousands-protest-canary-islands-unsustainable-tourism
https://www.express.co.uk/news/world/1887903/tenerife-overtourism-issues-protest
https://timesofmalta.com/article/go-home-overtourism-sparks-backlash-spain.1091264
Eco idea Artificial Intelligence for Environment
TITLE:
Artificial Intelligence
DESCRIPTION
Students use AI apps such as Adobe Firefly or Gencraft or other free apps to create artificial intelligence images for environment
Students discuss whether artificial intelligence can enhance their knowledge and protect the environment
AIM
Students use digital tools
Students see potential of Artificial Intelligence
Students create environmental images and examine their reliability
STEPS
The teacher presents free AI Apps that can create images for the environment
Ideas for the students
- Create an ideal environment in the city
- Create a natural environment you would be happy to live
- Create an eco school
PHOTOS
Eco idea Present the fires in Tenerife
TITLE:
Articles in English for the fires in Tenerife
DESCRIPTION
Students research articles from English language newspapers and websites and prepare short presentations about the fires
AIM
Students compare how the situation was presented in national and international press
Students suggest ways to protect the nature of the island
Students suggest ideas for sustainable tourism
STEPS
Resources by students presented in a Padlet
Eco idea Open society day at school
TITLE:
Open Society Day for NGOs and social organisations
DESCRIPTION
Local NGOs and other social organisations come at school and have their spot in the events room. The students are free to move around and discuss with representatives. The idea is that once in the future they need support for a problem, they know there is an organisation to head for.
The idea is not actually related to natural environment but it is related to human environment, which we consider important for the well being of students. At the same time, there are a lot of Environmental Organisations that support protection of the environment
AIM
Students to know more about local organisations and help available
Students to open up to society
Students to volunteer themselves
STEPS
The school sets a date for the Open Society Day Event and invites local services, NGOs and social organisations. The participants do not give presentations, instead they have a spot and they are available if students want to know more. They offer leaflets, present their work, apps for smartphones etc
PHOTOS
Posters by Open Society Day
Eco idea Dilemma
TITLE:
Dilemma, for or against?
DESCRIPTION
The students work in groups and analyse a local problem, eg the construction of a big amusement park on the south of the island. Each group is for or against the new park. They search local press and other resources. They may use personal information they have. Each group prepares a presentation with arguments for or against the construction of the park. They take into account real life situation on Tenerife.
AIM
Students to judge local work market in connection with protection of environment
Students to think about sustainable tourism
STEPS
The teacher sets the groups and presents the local environmental problem. The groups decide to be for or against. They present their arguments. They prepare a letter to local authorities where they support their arguments
Eco idea Director of National Park of Teide
TITLE:
Director of National Park of Teide
DESCRIPTION
Students simulate a debate about management of National Park of Teide
One of the students has the role of Director of the Park, the others are the citizens and after the first time they change roles. After the debate they vote for or against
AIM
Students to present their own experiences from visiting Teide
Students to discuss the reality of suggestions
Students to deepen knowledge about local problems
STEPS
The teacher organises the class and assign roles.
TASK 1 The students present their ideas for the national park and the director explains if they are possible to work out
TASK 2 The students express their complains and the director tries to find a solution
TASK 3 The students vote
Spotted lizard
Spotted lizard
An endemic reptile living in the cliffs of Teno Country Park
The spotted lizard (Gallotia intermedia) is an endangered endemic species in Tenerife. It can mostly be seen on the cliffs of Teno Country Park in the north-west of the Island, which is where it was discovered in 1995. These large lizards measure 45 to 75 cm (17.7 to 29.5 inches) and their colouring is dark brown to black with small yellow or blue spots which give it its name. Although today they are few in number, there is archaeological evidence to suggest that the spotted lizard has populated the Island since before mankind.
