#globaledchat Archive
A weekly chat covering topics related to teaching with a global perspective. A rotating cast of guest hosts include education experts and influencers. A must-follow for all educators who would like to open their classroom to global opportunities! Hosted by @HSingmaster and sponsored by @AsiaSocietyEDU
Thursday June 30, 2016
Welcome to this evening's We will be talking about all things H2O with
follows Q&A format. Intro yourself & tell us your favorite way to enjoy water in the summer that doesn’t involve drinking it
Jennifer fm Longview co-moderating this evening. My two favorite ways to enjoy water are backstroke & running thru sprinklers.
Hello!! Tracy here from NY!! I teach French & Spanish
fav way to enjoy water: a dip in the ocean :)
My favorite way to enjoy water is to drink it!!
Hi! I'm Heather from Asia Society and organizer. I love getting into the hot tub after a long day of skiing!
Hello Bronwyn from Australia globaled advocate and grade 3/4 teacher
- Me too. I can't see a shoreline w/o dipping my toes in!
Hi y'all! Meredith McGovern - from Louisiana. I enjoy water in the form of a pool & the many lakes/rivers in our state.
I just got your book from the lib as soon as I heard about this chat...only on p108 but it's AMAZING!!
Cirque d'Soliel has a great show in Vegas called 'O' which is set in a 5 million gallon water tank. Really...'eau'
Welcome, Bronwyn! Glad you are joining!
the ocean = my happy place
Q1: Does the study of water already fit into your curriculum? Where?
Mollie from Columbus, Ohio. My favorite water is Gulf Shores, Alabama! Here's my favorite thing. https://t.co/yBHuuStR0y
I love relaxing in the spa with the only sound the bubbles blowing
A1: in the AP history courses, we study water in the form of "how did it influence & change societies?"
Hi Mollie - I long to join you! I wonder if we could do from there?
A1 oops...not drinking it...Lazy River ride...while dozing off...
Kathy from Maryland. Fave way to enjoy water is to watch the waves roll in at Cape Henlopen SP in Lewes, DE
A1: same here just getting through half and finding it an amazing read
I appreciate that so much. P.108…you're under water with the city of Galveston trying to recover from a hurricane…
I'm tweeting about water while drinking water and looking at frozen water on Mt. St. Helens! https://t.co/w909zqaBUM
How do your students respond? The PBS/Nat Geo series on now talks about the role of water in Ancient Greece.
Jim from Massachusetts. I enjoy gazing into the depths of the ocean as waves gently caress the shore
A1 My 1st unit is Earth Day,& I'd like2 teach Tambien la Lluvia & have kids work with on global water scarcity
A1: Yes! SS-cultures using available nat resources to meet daily needs. Sci-air and water cycle +cloud formations
A1: I am thinking of the Sustainability UN goals to fit into my curriculum 2016-2017
Do you count the horseshoe crabs when you go? I'm always amazed when I hit it right and they're there!
Australia is a huge water classroom — a decade of drought, followed by serious efforts to do water smartly.
Welcome, Jim! Super poetic response!!
Q1 Yes sustainability big in Ozcurriculum I run a whole unit for 11 weeks on global water teaching about global sustainability
A1: Our collection has 5 great short documentaries about water to use in class: https://t.co/ooJI6Ho1Ns filter: water
we haven't seen that many tbh
A1 somehow I now have to work a water-themed into an entry event...
honestly? it gets lost in the other "cool" stuff Ss like to learn in history. not as emphasized in text.
I spent a month in Australia in year 7 of your 'Big Dry' to understand how Australia was coping for the book.
A1: Students investigate how natural resources impact where/how ppl live and economic activity.
In Southern California is has been hard to go beyond awareness in being smart in regards to our water use.
A1: In the CTE projects I'm creating we are using water as examples in the Green Energy and Women's Global Health units.
the study of water lends itself beautifully to cross-subject pollination!
Mike from MD EL Library Media Specialist studying linear algebra this week.
Yes we are we teach about scarcity in our disaster unit.
And herein lies my passion!!! https://t.co/PrjwbfKq1b
the study of water lends itself beautifully to cross-subject pollination!
The chapter on Toowoomba, Australia in 's book is enlightening - and scary!
Fabulous. One of my kids went through AP US History…don't think they talked water. But in AP Envi Sci they did.
Career and Technical Education - formerly called vocational ed!
A1: sadly, we didn't cover any water issues in 3rd this past year. Changing things up for 1st next year
- Understandable. But I'm hyper-aware of the topic right now thanks to .
AP Human Geo talks about it a lot more than other AP histories.
. If you read 'Big Thirst,' use it freely in class. The stats & examples are designed for 'stealing.'
there's a great quote in the book about the necessity of changing the entire mindset...from Mulroy, I believe
My daughter had environmental science as a class. Just recently added.
Q1 Teaching low socio economic kids water is a good way to teach them so much about the world.
I think we can definitely do a better job of emphasizing it in curriculum!
Q2: What do you think are our most pressing issues related to water? What were your general reactions to The Big Thirst /blog?
much appreciated. Looking forward to incorporating to investigations my students will make
another quote from the book "all water problems are local"
A1 — water drives the entire economy. We use more water to make the electricity in our homes than the actual water we use.
Does teaching swimming on the weekends count?
Most excellent is that the chapters can really be broken up and used/aligned as your units need. https://t.co/BIhGFCRT4q
. If you read 'Big Thirst,' use it freely in class. The stats & examples are designed for 'stealing.'
(that is, that big screen TV has a secret water hose connected to it. really.)
Hi! I'm Christine joining from MO. I love to enjoy water by the pool or rarely the ocean. Excited 2 learn 2nite!
but equally important is to get the message to those who take water (and everything else) for granted
I'm working on an infrastructure unit based on my experience through Towson. Went to Peru.
A2: i think issues relative to your location are the ones most important. Ex: La. has a huge salvinia problem in lakes.
A2: Just like other resources, some places use it to excess & waste it while others experience continual water stress
As long as timing at swim meets does too!
Talk about stories to tell about water ..
Hi all! A little late this eve. Happy to be here though!
A2: it's killing wildlife & ruining our lakes. That's our current battle re: water issues.
Hi this is Kathryn and I am new to this! I teach as an adapted PE teacher here for some great ideas!!!
Q2: Educating everyone about future of clean water sources
A2: Too much of it and also too little of it! Droughts and floods! But the aging infrastructure here in the US has me worried
Welcome, Christine! Glad you are joining us!
so true we focus on the big picture narrowing down into our own backyards. To understand local we need to be global
YES! there were some astounding realities in the opening chapters of
Hi I am Terry and late for My goal is to make this chat a habit.
A1: We recently made water filters to teach the need to have clean water in Ghana for the awareness day we had
Water is a critical ingredient to so many other products as well.
. Water is all about stories — you can start in your own town. Where does your tap water come from?
Agree that making those local/global connections are critical. Start w/local and move on!
A2: Understanding it as as a local issue and a scarce resource. On a personal level knowing I can drink tap water. :)
Thanks for joining us! Tell us what scares/amazes you about water :)
A2 awareness, mindset, acting glocally
. Who are the biggest water users? the most unusual? What happens to water once it hits the drain?
also condition of pipes in US cities is worrisome
Hi Caitlin! Glad you are able to join. Any thoughts on your favorite water use?
The Big Thirst seems like a great summer read... Anxious to hear more about it!
Thanks for joining the chat! Let us know if you have any questions.
I spoke to someone at about this. Such a great topic of focus for global discussions.
Welcome, Kathryn! So glad you are joining us for tonight's .
hi Renee White joining from NC a bit late.
and the stories reach back to prehistory--basis of many religious beliefs (baptism, etc.)
desalination in Qatar, famine Africa, global warming, Drought Australia, water saving our school,
. US water systems are rated D- by American Society of Civil Engineers. Ouch. They need modernization.
Drinking the tap water will keep $ in your wallet, too.
Hi Terry! So glad you could join us tonight!
Was the blog post link posted? If not, could someone share please.
How are you teaching about water to your students? I also teach 5th grade.
Thanks for joining Terry - we do hope you make it a habit :) I can add you to the weekly reminder list?
Hi Ian! Glad you survived the vote last week!
Yes please, that would be awesome. https://t.co/OhSnj32ODk
Thanks for joining Terry - we do hope you make it a habit :) I can add you to the weekly reminder list?
That was the most eye-opening part of the Vegas chapter!! And the misconceptions...
seems obvious right? but hard to beat the water bottle habit.
Hmm... I am from CO so it is a HUGE issue. It's so scarce it's scary. So my favorites use is wisely 😏
Q2: educating about conserving and keeping clean.
could someone RT Q2 please?
I had wild mood swings of HOPE (Las Vegas) & DEPRESSION (Atlanta) in a single book.
I haven't started yet. Hoping to gather info tonight! Guess I should change my bio... Teaching 3rd next yr 😊
Hi all - sorry for joining late. Noah Zeichner here - high school social studies teacher in Seattle, WA.
Q3: What questions do you have for Charles Fishman, the author?
Check out the movie "Tapped"
They are soooo convenient.
Haha. yes thank you but it's all very up in the air, as you would have seen!
A.2 — My choice: The biggest water problem, almost everywhere: water illiteracy. We don't know enough to make smart decisions.
similar strategies. good luck.
One way you can fit water science into HS curriculum is with the sewer science program. Here's LA's https://t.co/87aP5wHNjB
A3: R U shocked that the people of Flint are still going door to door to make sure they have filters https://t.co/l0bIoSBOo8
. What happens when you flush the toilet? There's a project 8th graders would love.
A2: My kiddos lack an awareness of water problems, as we don't have many locally. Would b great 2 connect globally
. 100 million adult women in India can't read…because they missed school to carry water.
A3:In gathering your research what challenges did you find in getting transparent reliable information sources?
it starts out as a pretty floating plant but turns into an algae that impacts our drinking water
and there are similar issues in a city near me...but not getting near the attention Flint gets
A3: What do we need to do first to address the water crisis worldwide?
. Water is easy to research. Water people at all levels—farms, factories, treatment plants—love talking.
Comparing toilets/infrastructure around the world is intriguing, too.
Hey Noah! So glad you are hopping into the discussion about water!
Connecting globally would be an eyeopener for our kiddos.
A3:Human effect on natural resources is important part 1st grade curriculum.Any suggestions for on their level on water?
With sewer science program your HS can meet tardigrade, aka water bear. Just look in the microscope https://t.co/EyCZC4ntzZ
I'd just go figure out how many sewer outfalls line the Mississippi before St. Louis takes its water...
KEEP TALKING ABOUT IT Start changing the mindset in a long-term way
(it's one wastewater pipe into the river every 8 miles, starting in Minneapolis...)
A3: How do you enlighten ppl who have water at their fingertips that their is an issue we are all in together?
What sparked your interest in this topic?
they love talking? I figured you would find a bit of resistance but persistence pay off
...and to your west, the Ogallala Aquifer is a great 'lesson' in important water, badly managed.
Hey all! Dan here from FL jumping in!
A3: How would you capture a child's interest and what kind of follow up could we allow for them to do some inquiry?
stop populating areas that can't support life. Ex. Vegas, Dubai, Palm Springs.
If you need toilet/infrastructure H.S.project ideas - try ! He has done some in the past!
Comparative water usage in homes for classrooms would be a cool project! https://t.co/mqOhffin3G
Connecting globally would be an eyeopener for our kiddos.
A3: what specific actions can students take to address the issues?
absolutely tour your town's water resource recovery plant, kids always go ewwwwww! To us it's smell of a paycheck!
there are some gr8 video shorts that are very impactful...I'll tweet my resource list, but a lot of it is Span
I find this to be the biggest challenge. Water being so easily available we take it for granted.
. You don't have to look far — in California, farmland is sinking 1 inch a month because of overpumping.
Have a fantastic time! I'm in Argentina starting in mid-July - see you in August :) But will keep going all July!
Stories touch Ss heart & enhance their learning
My school district sends many of our 4th gr cl (if not all) to our local water treatment facility ea Spr.
I need to check the county & city websites for info here, thanks for your info & link
that would be an interesting field trip.
Try mentioning Combined Outflows to Ss and see what happens.
yes! a story is the ultimate connecter
. My wife drank a bottle of Fiji Water at a hotel. I couldn't believe the water came from Fiji. It does. Really.
yikes! good to know, thank you!
Q4: Educators: What resources exist to expand student understanding about water access and use at different grade levels?
I remember visiting the treatment plant in elementary sch, can't say it was my fav field trip!
I've done that for environmental ed, it makes impact. It's not just "flush and disappear"
. I went to Fiji to see where Fiji Water comes from...and came back with an incredible story.
https://t.co/t3DoQfqO9K
- one of the golden aha moments was knowing the rain pouring off the roof in my yard didn't "belong" to us.
Students could keep data on the amount of water they use and waste at home.
. In fact, tap water and bottled water are great ways to crack open the topic of water with students.
I was impacted by how these companies use so much waters like Coke
interesting, thank you for sharing!
A4: I am not aware of any great resources, look forward to collecting answers.
. No resistance at all. Most water people are very resource and community minded. And they feel overlooked.
Nope. It's flush and run into our rivers, our drinking water, our ....
awesome idea! i bet the results are surprising!
Did you fall in? :) (ours is near the river, I believe.
this is fascinating! great
That could serve as a great launch into water research.
students respond very well to picture books, too.
I can't even imagine.....
Yes - so much water to make one bottle! Energy was another big surprise.
. Some of the places in the US struggling economically have great water resources…the Rust Belt.
Yes, indeed. Cusco was expanding their system to the mountains. Hence a multi day shutdown
A4:W 1st grd some resources like & come to mind.
Some students "fall" in the river or other water source (not the plant!)
A4: I would ❤️to know more & even more in depth resources.
. I'd start hyper-local: At home. Take out the water bill. Figure how much H2O they use a day. Can they cut 10%
Whew - that makes more sense!
. Average American uses 100 gal of water a day—400 gal per family. Just lining up 100 gal would stun most kids.
Agree completely! I can sometimes still get mine to sit down and read one.
Draw pictures, record a/v, write about their favorite exp, write emails / blogs to facilities or other.
Q5: What are the particular challenges to making global/local connections about water access & use at different grade levels?
I'll check that out, too!
This could be a super-fun schoolwide projects where buildings compete to cut consumption!
I was surprised I am being charged a "hot water" bill as part of my utilities
A5: Ss might not be interested in water - like most of us, they take it for granted (until you read The Big Thirst that is!)
True, I know the tools, I am looking 4 content and learning that will impact them. I want my Ss aware. https://t.co/yNAeqUTY2W
Draw pictures, record a/v, write about their favorite exp, write emails / blogs to facilities or other.
I ❤️this idea! Could tie into or even challenge. https://t.co/GlmaFl4t3c
. Average American uses 100 gal of water a day—400 gal per family. Just lining up 100 gal would stun most kids.
A5 making the global connections is always the challenge, but tech is bridging the gaps!
Hmm. I've never heard of that particular line-item. I'd be curious what it is…
A5: First understanding what kind of access we have to be able to compare. Clarifying for our students
A4. Yes-Ask or myself how we collaborated w/ Ss all ages still continues
sounds like a very cool project.
A5: I would want those connections to help create empathy. I would be embarrassed by our water use to be honest.
Many local water utilities — drinking water, storm water, waste water — have great resources and ideas for H2O in classroom.
GREATPROJECT led by a fantastically talented young woman https://t.co/PbdjNkV4mK
A4. Yes-Ask or myself how we collaborated w/ Ss all ages still continues
2/ May or may not be sophisticated enough for your students, or on point. But a great place to start. And could spark ideas…
Ss need to realize that the water access we have and our consumption is not typical
I not yet. Will be back with with new school :)
Agree! is also https://t.co/Up4lE67kYB
A5: I would want those connections to help create empathy. I would be embarrassed by our water use to be honest.
Talked a bit with and look forward to learning more from you both.
A5: resources including time to add into curriculum
. Those comparisons are easy to find, even for students. Europe: 50 gal / day. India: 10 gal /day, if that
I live in a apartment complex we share the water bill and this extra cost is included
Agree! In Sevilla, Spain, in summer, city shuts off H2O from 9pm - 7 am https://t.co/nN6pvg66Jj
Ss need to realize that the water access we have and our consumption is not typical
and then bring in those education stats you mentioned earlier
Q6: How can teachers, students and communities take action on issues related to local and global water use?
. As recently as 1950s in the US, farm families used only 20 gal / person per day. Modernization = big water use.
Yes they do. So, I am looking for ways to address that and do it with sensitivity and understanding. https://t.co/ZlZHm4DZIV
Ss need to realize that the water access we have and our consumption is not typical
had an idea about thinking through w/Ss what you'd do w/20% less if access suddenly changed! https://t.co/Y4Os2VaU0F
Ss need to realize that the water access we have and our consumption is not typical
That is my concern to educate our students as part of the connecting to others
Agreed, and the waste in our landfills!
Hmmm. That creates problems. (Shutting off water is bad for the water system itself.)
Also seen 5 gallon challenge 2 oppose ice bucket challenge. 1 family = 5 gal 4 1 day
someone hit it on the head earlier:
A6: Start small w 1st grade like challenging to track usage & find places to make cuts. Then share w school & challenge.
Yes, I know it has great purpose and intention. Not connecting just to say I did it. https://t.co/NwpEb8uMm6
That is my concern to educate our students as part of the connecting to others
you can see the video for free on UN website - just click the link I sent you. I did the rapping 💂
A6. We decided to focus on global awareness https://t.co/8hzvUyiLTL
Q6: How can teachers, students and communities take action on issues related to local and global water use?
A6: Start by researching your local water issues and then the potential actions. What do students think is the right answer?
A6: My guess is not enough but I am counting myself in and encouraging my school also
I think it starts with awareness, and connecting to real people experiencing these real issues
This is cool! & sounds fun! https://t.co/gMZLTOMFtf
Also seen 5 gallon challenge 2 oppose ice bucket challenge. 1 family = 5 gal 4 1 day
I created an audio experience around water and natural resources. Not sure if it applies here but it was fun.
I created an audio experience around water and natural resources. Not sure if it applies here but it was fun.
. Lack of water meters was 'cheap' 50 years ago — why bother? water is almost free!
A6. Contact to ask for live chat w/ Karishma or GHO to have Ss question an expert from Africa!
I learned about that today!
I remember how my students reacted to the ice bucket challenge :)
A6: Here is an example of a world water day project in Seattle from : https://t.co/LmBM15O1zY (It's good work Noah!)
That's a good way to engage. Then Ss need to see that others live that - and worse - daily.
it may never be enough, but we have to do what we can
A6: for coming year, have first gr Ss track the water they use at home over a couple of days
A6: It's important to raise awareness first. We organized World Water Week at our school for 4 yrs: https://t.co/1aVaiQ9eux
. Largest apartment complex in NYC—Peter Cooper Village—has no water meters. 11,232 apts. 1 meter.
I agree! https://t.co/PZ9x47jb3R
I think it starts with awareness, and connecting to real people experiencing these real issues
a6: If we educate, we empower them. Show them that they can make a difference. Use share tools to promote their learning.
A6. Exactly! Have Ss connect w/ world experts who will share real stories! https://t.co/C5m2hKOPBy
I think it starts with awareness, and connecting to real people experiencing these real issues
A6: also make them aware how many things use water besides bathing, drinking & cooking
I do a volcano/earthquake unit in 4th gr look footage from there & use Google Earth to see how it's changed
. 700 million ppl carry water they use every day. US kids would struggle to carry 1 toilet flush.
- This goes in the DEPRESSING not hopeful column...
YES!!! :0) https://t.co/ktk71J7vPE
a6: If we educate, we empower them. Show them that they can make a difference. Use share tools to promote their learning.
Storytelling. Lots and lots of storytelling. Oh, magic. Must have magic. And unicorns. Purple ones
Storytelling. Lots and lots of storytelling. Oh, magic. Must have magic. And unicorns. Purple ones
. Random factoid: When a volcano erupts, 70% of what comes out is water vapor.
It's a great site. I used to work on various projects for them.
yes! empathy = vehicle for change
Ace! Great point! https://t.co/8snO0HB1Il
. 700 million ppl carry water they use every day. US kids would struggle to carry 1 toilet flush.
They often don't get past bathing and drinking on their own.
Hmm this would be a fun challenge too! https://t.co/YM7dyisRuE
. 700 million ppl carry water they use every day. US kids would struggle to carry 1 toilet flush.
Empathy was a big part of our convo at . is a pathway towards a deeper universal awareness.
A6: kids write story on & India & connect theme of rain & water to water conservation. Imaginative!
need containers with lids...
Global Ed Day at has certainly fanned my fire for Loving this discussion!
Thanks all for a great conversation. I have to board a flight. I look forward to checking the Twitter history later.
. would appreciate how just used "Ace" in just now.
Isn't it a treat to have join us tonight?
Q7: What global issue should Charles write about next?
YAY! Our expert, is here! WELCOME!
Yes! https://t.co/WFweBo81Bw
Empathy was a big part of our convo at . is a pathway towards a deeper universal awareness.
. This has been the craziest hour I've ever spent at the keyboard!
. We need students who know how to think about water creatively and appreciatively.
Terry, we totally would love u & everyone here to get involved https://t.co/TLsMqkDrws
Global Ed Day at has certainly fanned my fire for Loving this discussion!
A6 Our city water comes from a lake near a First Nation reserve they've been under boil water Order for 40 yrs.
kids can balance buckets on heads then lift full of water (w hands!) 2 experience this
Most important: Lots of jobs in water & water needs creative, energetic, wide-open thinking from young people. Get'em excited.
We SO appreciate you taking the time to chat with us! I can't wait to finish the book!!!
I loved A Curious Mind which wrote as well -validates the growth mindset I aspire to (and my many varied interests!)
Please help me to thank our special guest tonight ! And thank you to for organizing and moderating!!
A7: Any and all that we can address with Ss and help them to see real life issues, create empathy and empower problem solvers.
. Native Americans across North America are the most water-deprived. Great lessons there — water and beyond.
Indeed, the essence of was ignited by my visit at and my first Uber ride there. https://t.co/AChccmJpEw
Terry, we totally would love u & everyone here to get involved https://t.co/TLsMqkDrws
Global Ed Day at has certainly fanned my fire for Loving this discussion!
A7: Fossil Fuels? Our dependence on fossil fuels and renewable energy sources.
YES! Yes! https://t.co/HcATBBahMm
kids can balance buckets on heads then lift full of water (w hands!) 2 experience this
No next week- enjoy your holiday! But we will be chatting the rest of July. Here are the topics: https://t.co/9VDjFQq09g
would love to help spread energy & excitement. Yes! https://t.co/q1PE5QHAsv
Most important: Lots of jobs in water & water needs creative, energetic, wide-open thinking from young people. Get'em excited.
thanks for a great chat w some super resources for next year! Great way to end my last day of school. 😊
Many great ideas and challenges! Thank you all!
A7...the next book is about the race to the Moon—Apollo in the 1960s. Can't think beyond that, but what a ride that was & is.
Great! Will we see you on regularly now? :)
