Information for Grades K-12: Students and Teachers
Socratic Seminars in Air Pollution Research
Socratic Seminars are a type of structured discussion that can be used in the science classroom to promote dialogue and a deeper understanding of the material being discussed or studied. In the fall of 2021, graduate students and postdoctoral researchers with the Louisiana State University Superfund Research Program (LSU SRP) worked in teams to identify four journal articles about air pollution that would be suitable for Socratic Seminars. Each journal article is accompanied by a review or editorial article that is less technical and may be more suitable for the general public or younger students.
Shining Light on Pollution Environmental Health Literacy Program
Have you ever wondered how the environment around you influences your health? The Louisiana State University Superfund Research Program (LSU SRP) has designed a unique learning experience to answer that question. The Shining Light on Pollution Environmental Health Literacy (EHL) program blends instruction about air pollution and environmental heath with engaging hands-on activities to provide an immersive learning experience.
Other Information and Activities about Environmental Education and Air Pollution
- Children and Nature Initiative (National Environmental Education Foundation)
- Citizen Schools
- A Guide to Citizen Science (factsheet)
- Environmental Protection Agency: Education Page
- University of Rochester Medical Center Life Science Learning Center: Lessons for K-12 Activities
- MIT Edgerton Center K-12 Resources
- National Jewish Health: Clean Air Projects
- National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences: Environmental Health Science Education
- National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences: Kids' Pages
- PBS LearningMedia: Environmental Public Health
- Science Take-Out