Online event to discuss the SDGs in English!

Hello, this is Kaburaki, GLI representative.

 

We are not just about English language skills for our children,We want our students to have an awareness of the issues involved in various things happening in society and the world, to think about solutions, and to acquire the ability to create "what ifs".We think that this is a good idea.

 

This is also why we hold various events at GLI!It's not just about having fun. Not just for fun,Triggers of interest in society and the worldWe are planning an event that will be

 

In January, the GLI Online School willWinter School" dealing with themes related to the SDGs.I will do so.

 

Of the 17 goals listed in the SDGs, "6. Safe water and toilets around the worldThe program will feature activities such as discussions, deepening the learning process by taking up the

 

 

 

Contents of "Online Winter School" to think about SDGs

The SDGs have more detailed targets tied to each of the 17 goals.

6. "Safe Water and Toilets Around the World8 targetsis defined as follows,Each of the three days will include games, discussions and crafts on different targets.

 

Also,On the third and final day, you will learnPresentation opportunities to present in EnglishThe following is a list of the items that will be set up.

Day 1: Safe and affordable drinking water.

 

 

Day 1 is the first, which will come up again and again throughout the three days.Vocabulary related to "water," "water source," and "water consumption," as well as the importance of water.Learn.

 

Afterwards,Simple water purifier using plastic bottles.Make.Students will experience the difficulty of securing clean water and increase their interest in the subject.

 

 

Day 2: Improving water use efficiency and securing fresh water

 

Students will watch videos about the theme, deepen their understanding through discussion, and have fun with English through games and other activities.

What can we do immediately to save water?"We will also consider

 

Day 3: Protect and restore riparian ecosystems.

 

 

Not only oceans and rivers, but also mountainous areas, forests, and other water-related ecosystems cover a very wide area.

Learn about it,And the impact on our own lives.Consideration.

 

Finally, as a general summary,Group presentation on what you learned in the 3 days and what you felt and thought from itThe following is a list of the most common types of products that can be used.

 

I'll put it in my own words and present it."By,Knowledge and experience are more "personal".It will deepen.

If you are not comfortable with English presentations, our instructors will follow up with you to make sure you are comfortable with your participation.

 

We hope that this event will be an opportunity for your child to broaden his or her horizons by experiencing English while having fun, and by getting in touch with the world through the perspective of the SDGs.

 

Online School Winter School Overview

 

DAYS】 【program schedule*Participation for just one day is also acceptable!
January 8, 15 and 22, 2022 (Saturday)

[Time9:00-13:00 (4 hours: all days)
　　　　　We will take breaks as needed.

[Format] [Formatonline(ZOOM URL will be sent to those who apply)

 

Targets & CapacityElementary school students, first 10 students for each date

 

Participation fee*Participation for just one day is also acceptable!

15,000 yen (5,000 yen/day x 3 days)

　*Includes the cost of mailing materials for activities.