Exemplary
Classroom
Resources

• Satisfactory: absence of bias towards any one point of view
• Good: students consider different points of view regarding issues, problems discussed
• Very good: based on the consideration of different views, students form opinions and  take an informed position

Effectively addresses the environmental, economic and social dimensions of the issue(s) being explored.

• Satisfactory: resource supports the examination of  these dimensions
• Good: resource explicitly examines the interplay of these dimensions
• Very Good: a systems-thinking approach is encouraged to examine these three dimensions

The complexity of the problems/issues being discussed is respected

Learning moves from understanding  issues  to working towards positive change — in personal lifestyle, in school, in the community,  or for the planet

• Satisfactory: action opportunities are included as extensions 
• Good: action opportunities are core components of the resource
• Very Good: action opportunities for students are well supported and intended to result in observable, positive change

Empathy and respect are fostered for diverse groups of humans (including ethnic groups, sexual preferences, different genders, etc.).

Encourages a personal affinity with -the natural world.  

• Satisfactory: connection is made to the natural world
• Good: fosters appreciation/concern for the natural world
• Very Good: fosters stewardship though practical and respectful experiences out-of-doors 

Includes learning experiences that take advantage of issues/elements within the local community. 

• Satisfactory: learning is made relevant to the lives of the learners
• Good: learning is made relevant and has a local focus
• Very Good: learning is made relevant, local and takes place 'outside,' in the community