How do we apply a lens of identity, diversity, and justice to the language of ecology education?
The language we use to describe the world around us plays a role in creating the framework we use to understand it. While we share a common connection to the natural world, the way we teach and talk about it can prevent us from having conversations that include all perspectives.
Just Language in Ecology Education is an effort to build a community of educators and scientists who are using cycles of inquiry to explore the language of ecology education through a cultural and scientific lens. Our intention is to create a set of materials and activities that will provide best practices and guidance for the community of ecology education practitioners.
This project is facilitated by a working group of volunteers.
Topic 1: Invasive Species
Introduced species provide us with a starting point for an exploration of how ecological education can be an inclusive and just endeavor by considering how words like, “invasive” and “alien” convey cultural concepts that can be perceived as exclusive.
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Reach out: contact@justlanguage.org