'Sustaining the art of hope' - finding practical ways to embed themes of sustainability and ecology into the curriculum.

Henrietta Patience is a lecturer in art and design education teaching on the PGCE secondary and primary programmes at Goldsmiths University of London.

Henrietta has taught art and design and film studies in South East London secondary schools for over 20 years. She continues to support curriculum development in schools, is a GCSE exam moderator, develops education outreach with the Frank Bowling Studios and sits on the art and design expert panel for Oak National Academy. Her research interests are in sustainability, inclusion and aspiration towards creative pathways.

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Workshop aims & outcomes

This workshop aims to equip teachers with strategies and frameworks for integrating sustainable and ecological thinking into curriculum planning and schemes of work.

• To understand sustainable and ecological concepts and their relevance in art and design curriculum.
• To identify opportunities to embed ecological thinking and sustainable practices in curriculum design.
• Explore methods for engaging students with themes such as biodiversity, agency and ethical use of materials.

This workshop would be most suitable for secondary school teachers, however could be adapted for primary.

Before attending the workshop, delegates may find it helpful to prepare an example of an artist or designer inspired by ecology. Please bring something to make notes with and on.