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SUMMARY:An Ecocentric Approach to Teaching Geography
DESCRIPTION:Summary\nHuman-led exploitation of our planet has resulted in an enormous environmental crisis. Anthropocentrism\, the belief that the world was made for humans and\neverything in it is meant for human use\, often goes unnamed in conversations about systemic issues. Yet\, this pervasive worldview is at the root of our ecological crisis and is deeply intertwined with other unjust ideologies. Geography curriculum and instruction\, while often well-intentioned\, can perpetuate anthropocentrism. Extractive/exploitative language\, idealized views of the theory of environmental possibilism\, and the sharp divisions between “human” and “physical” are just a few examples of how anthropocentrism is reinforced to our students in geography. This session encourages educators to take a more ecocentric approach in their classrooms—a necessary step towards a more sustainable future for us all. It opens space for us to share ideas of how we can introduce diverse perspectives in our classroom and work to foster our students’ passions to be stewards of the environment. \nSession Focus\nAll Grade Levels | Geography for Life | Curriculum and Instruction \nConference Room\nReynolds Leadership Circle \nMeet the Presenter\nJacie Lackey (she/her) is a social studies educator at Yukon High School in Oklahoma. She teaches a variety of classes including AP Human Geography\, AP Psychology\, and Sociology. She is also a first-year doctoral student in Educational Studies at the University of Oklahoma\, where her research focuses on critical pedagogy of place and ecological social studies education.
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LOCATION:Conference Room: Reynolds Leadership Circle
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