Soil Stories - The Whole Story In "Soil Stories", our protagonist, Francine, embarks on a journey of discovery that begins with her realization that soil is alive and that without soil, life as we know would not exist. In her journey of discovery she meets with soil scientists who help her "see" beneath the surface of the soil and help her understand how diverse yet ordered … [Read more...]
The Western Tradition – A Free Course
A video instructional series on Western civilization for college and high school classrooms and adult learners; 52 half-hour video programs and coordinated books Covering the ancient world through the age of technology, this illustrated lecture by Eugen Weber presents a tapestry of political and social events woven with many strands — religion, industry, agriculture, … [Read more...]
The Habitable Planet – A Free Course
The Habitable Planet is a multimedia course for high school teachers and adult learners interested in studying environmental science. The Web site provides access to course content and activities developed by leading scientists and researchers in the field. Course Audience The Habitable Planet was designed for teachers, educators, and adult learners with a science … [Read more...]
Edible Education: Telling Stories About Food and Agriculture – Free Course
As the costs of our industrialized food system become impossible to ignore, a national debate over the future of food and farming has begun. Telling stories about where food comes from, how it is produced (and might be produced differently) plays a critical role in bringing attention to the issues and shifting politics. Eating Oil, Eating Sunshine Social Practice The … [Read more...]
