Unleash Creativity for Climate Action! Educators Invited to Free LEGO® Build the Change Institutes
Unleash Creativity for Climate Action! Educators Invited to Free LEGO® Build the Change Institutes
New York, NY (October 7, 2024): Take Action Global (TAG) has partnered with The LEGO Group and is excited to announce open registration for the 2024-2025 LEGO® Build the Change Institutes! This innovative program offers a free, month-long professional development experience for educators working with students in grades 5-8.
Build the Change Institutes empower educators to integrate playful learning with climate action education. Through a combination of online sessions, global collaboration, and hands-on activities, participants will:
- Develop engaging lessons that use LEGO® bricks to spark creativity and problem-solving around climate challenges.
- Collaborate with educators from around the world to share best practices and build a supportive community.
- Gain access to a treasure trove of resources, including lesson plans, design challenges, and digital badges.
- Earn certification upon completion of the program.
“We believe in the power of play to ignite a passion for learning and inspire action,” said Jennifer Williams, Co-Executive Director of Take Action Global. “The LEGO® Build the Change Institutes equip educators with the tools and resources they need to create engaging classroom experiences that empower students to become climate champions.”
Space is limited! Each cohort welcomes only 100 educators. Register today for one of the two upcoming sessions:
- Cohort 6: Starts November 2024 (Registration Open Now)
- Cohort 7: Starts January 2025 (Registration Open Now)
Benefits for Participating Educators:
- Free professional development: Enhance your teaching skills and learn innovative techniques for climate change education.
- Global Collaboration: Network with educators from diverse backgrounds and share knowledge.
- Flexible learning: Complete the program at your own pace, with dedicated online sessions and resources.
- Become a certified LEGO® Build the Change Educator: Join a vibrant community of climate change champions.
Creativity for a Greener Future
In the LEGO Build the Change program, students explore real-world environmental challenges and design innovative solutions. From cleaning up oceans to creating sustainable transportation and harnessing renewable energy, their creativity knows no bounds! Watch as they:
- Build sustainable schools: Design eco-friendly classrooms and implement energy-saving measures.
- Capture energy: Explore renewable sources like solar and wind power to create a sustainable future.
- Design planet-friendly transportation: Invent eco-friendly vehicles and transportation systems.
- Clean up our oceans: Develop solutions to reduce plastic pollution and protect marine life.
Inspiring Educators Worldwide:
The LEGO Build the Change program has reached an impressive global scale, impacting educators and students in over 170 countries! From the United States to the Netherlands, Sri Lanka, Tanzania, and Colombia, educators are joining this innovative initiative to foster climate action through playful learning.
A Growing Community:
Since its inception, the program has seen a surge in participation, with nearly 1,000 teachers from grades 5-8 joining six cohorts. This remarkable growth demonstrates the increasing interest in climate education and the power of LEGO® bricks to spark creativity and inspire change.
Ready to unleash the creativity of your students for climate action? Register today for the LEGO® Build the Change Institutes!
For more information and registration visit: https://takeactionglobal.org/lego-build-the-change-institutes/
About Take Action Global
Take Action Global (TAG) is a leading non-profit committed to climate action education for all, serving more than 5 million students and 700 educators from 170+ countries. TAG’s partners include international experts and world leaders, WWF, NASA, LEGO, and FHi360. TAG is a member of UNESCO’s International Task Force on Teachers for Education 2030 and Greening Education Partnership. In 2023, the World Economic Forum designated TAG’s Climate Action Project as an Education 4.0 Lighthouse, one of 16 innovative public-private collaborations reimagining the childhood learning experience. www.takeactionglobal.org.