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SHAPE in Schools: Changing mindsets in support of social sciences, humanities and the arts

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SHAPE in Schools: Changing mindsets in support of social sciences, humanities and the arts Published: Social sciences, humanities and the arts are vital for addressing complex challenges, but do young people truly understand their value? What is SHAPE? SHAPE subjects are, in fact, just as vital to society as STEM.

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Fields and fungicides: mixing microbiology and social science

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Fields and fungicides: mixing microbiology and social science. We come from a variety of backgrounds including microbiology, human geography and theology,” says Dr Andy Jones, the theologian in the group. THE IMPORTANCE OF SOCIAL SCIENCE. THE IMPORTANCE OF SOCIAL SCIENCE. Published: May 25, 2022.

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How can engineering address human rights issues?

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Across Peru, thousands of people do not have access to clean water or efficient transport links. He is investigating the connection between poor transport links and social inequality, and bringing sanitation to a remote community in the Andes. Access to water and sanitation are fundamental human rights. Published: June 30, 2022.

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Using big datasets to find out what affects children’s quality of life

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Economics — a branch of social science that studies the production, distribution and consumption of goods and services, as well as a huge variety of other complex issues of vital concern to society. The importance of schools. Professor Birgitta Rabe is using this data to inform government support for children’s well-being.

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Technology and Explanation in Modern Education

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Today’s guest writer is Finja Kruse, a teacher experienced in different educational tools and engaged in creative writing activities in school. Topics like health, history, geography, music, etc. Make use of eBooks, so students don’t have to carry all the resources to school. You can contact her via LinkedIn.

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Monitoring the canopy temperature of forests

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DR SOPHIE FAUSET School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of Plymouth, UK. Field of research : Environmental Science. Sophie on a canopy access crane in China. Pathway from school to environmental science. I always enjoyed science at school, and my dad was a chemistry teacher.

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The power of geographic information systems: bringing data to life with maps

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In this article, we speak to GIS experts about how they use GIS to address social and environmental issues in Chicago, Illinois, and the surrounding area. Talk like a geographic information systems expert Cartography — map making Environmental justice — ensuring equitable access to the environment for all people.