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Eleanor L
Verified Reviewer
What are three words that describe the activities in this kit? varied, hands on, thoughtful
How effective was the resource in fostering critical thinking about food waste issues?
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Very effective
How effective was the resource in increasing students’ awareness of local sources of food?
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How did the resource inform students’ understanding of food waste as a global vs local issue? the concept of global was challenging for some
What were the most creative food waste solution suggestions? dry the food waste then use it for animal feed like cat and dog biscuits
Did the resource encourage new ways of thinking and talking about the value food?
Not at all
Prompted some discussion
Exceptionally well
What did your students find in your community that they hadn’t noticed before and what sparked that discovery? the unit was inked to our Science fair so they hadn't realised how science is involved regarding our food.
Has this kit prompted any new food related initiatives within your school? Maintained our composting!
“This was a great learning unit for the classes top reading group that I combined with our whole school Science Fair. It made the tamariki think about what we actually produce in our area, and techniques for preserving food.”
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Posted 7 months ago
Christopher G
Verified Reviewer
Incentivized
What are three words that describe the activities in this kit? Engaged, Exciting, Problem Solving
How effective was the resource in fostering critical thinking about food waste issues?
Not effective
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Very effective
How effective was the resource in increasing students’ awareness of local sources of food?
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How did the resource inform students’ understanding of food waste as a global vs local issue? Very well, I believe that they were completely unaware of food wastage locally and internationally.
What were the most creative food waste solution suggestions? Pickling!
Did the resource encourage new ways of thinking and talking about the value food?
Not at all
Prompted some discussion
Exceptionally well
What did your students find in your community that they hadn’t noticed before and what sparked that discovery? Mapping fruit trees ion our local area as well as the food map in the Chch Red Zone
Has this kit prompted any new food related initiatives within your school? It has reinvigorated food scrap collection and composting in the different hubs.
“We had a really good time creating our individual foosd maops of our local area! We learnt heaps about the pickling prcess and the ablity to extenbd the shelf life of foods. There were many who had never had picked foods or even knew how the process works. We now have fans of picklin in nthe classroom! I would recommend to all to show off some what my student referred to "The Old Ways" of storing foods and creating new flavopurs qwith things they never would have picked up otherwise!”
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Posted 7 months ago
LeeAnn T
Verified Reviewer
Incentivized
What are three words that describe the activities in this kit? Interesting, user friendly, exciting
How effective was the resource in fostering critical thinking about food waste issues?
Not effective
Somewhat effective
Very effective
How effective was the resource in increasing students’ awareness of local sources of food?
Not effective
Somewhat effective
Very effective
How did the resource inform students’ understanding of food waste as a global vs local issue? we didn't really go into this part of the kit
What were the most creative food waste solution suggestions? Contacting Bunnings for support to make a Pataka Kai box for our local community (not finished yet)
Did the resource encourage new ways of thinking and talking about the value food?
Not at all
Prompted some discussion
Exceptionally well
What did your students find in your community that they hadn’t noticed before and what sparked that discovery? The opportunity for community sponsorship for an idea that they came up with.
Has this kit prompted any new food related initiatives within your school? Community gardens to share our own grown produce to others
“We used the Good Food Map kit as a platform to investigate fruit and vegetables that were in our local community with the thought of sharing with one anoter and for those in need any excess produce.”
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Posted 8 months ago
Anonymous
Verified Reviewer
What are three words that describe the activities in this kit? Interesting, inspiring, meaningful
How effective was the resource in fostering critical thinking about food waste issues?
Not effective
Somewhat effective
Very effective
How effective was the resource in increasing students’ awareness of local sources of food?
Not effective
Somewhat effective
Very effective
How did the resource inform students’ understanding of food waste as a global vs local issue? It opened their eyes to the amount of food we all waste
What were the most creative food waste solution suggestions? Give to people who don't have enough food
Did the resource encourage new ways of thinking and talking about the value food?
Not at all
Prompted some discussion
Exceptionally well
What did your students find in your community that they hadn’t noticed before and what sparked that discovery? Food pantries in wider local area
Has this kit prompted any new food related initiatives within your school? Thinking about starting a food pantry outside the school
“Good for encouraging students to think about food in their local area. Made students more aware of food waste.”
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Posted 8 months ago
Danielle H
Verified Reviewer
What are three words that describe the activities in this kit? Thoughtful, easy, opening
How effective was the resource in fostering critical thinking about food waste issues?
Not effective
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Very effective
How effective was the resource in increasing students’ awareness of local sources of food?
Not effective
Somewhat effective
Very effective
How did the resource inform students’ understanding of food waste as a global vs local issue? It started with the waste from the school lunches and how we could lessen this.
What were the most creative food waste solution suggestions? Helping the homeless
Did the resource encourage new ways of thinking and talking about the value food?
Not at all
Prompted some discussion
Exceptionally well
What did your students find in your community that they hadn’t noticed before and what sparked that discovery? Vegetable gardens and they can be used as a community
Has this kit prompted any new food related initiatives within your school? Creating our own vege garden. Maybe have some chooks
“This was easy to follow and easy to adapt to the classes needs”
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Posted 8 months ago
Nicky M
Verified Reviewer
What are three words that describe the activities in this kit? Thought provoking, engaging, interesting
How effective was the resource in fostering critical thinking about food waste issues?
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How effective was the resource in increasing students’ awareness of local sources of food?
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How did the resource inform students’ understanding of food waste as a global vs local issue? n/a
What were the most creative food waste solution suggestions? n/a
Did the resource encourage new ways of thinking and talking about the value food?
Not at all
Prompted some discussion
Exceptionally well
What did your students find in your community that they hadn’t noticed before and what sparked that discovery? n/a
Has this kit prompted any new food related initiatives within your school? yes
“Great kit, but wasnt suited for what I really wanted to do.”
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Posted 8 months ago
Shareen G
Verified Reviewer
What are three words that describe the activities in this kit? Fun, hands-on, engaging.
How effective was the resource in fostering critical thinking about food waste issues?
Not effective
Somewhat effective
Very effective
How effective was the resource in increasing students’ awareness of local sources of food?
Not effective
Somewhat effective
Very effective
How did the resource inform students’ understanding of food waste as a global vs local issue? Understanding about the local shops that is trying to reduce waste.
What were the most creative food waste solution suggestions? Worm faming.
Did the resource encourage new ways of thinking and talking about the value food?
Not at all
Prompted some discussion
Exceptionally well
What did your students find in your community that they hadn’t noticed before and what sparked that discovery? That shops are using environmentally friendly packing.
Has this kit prompted any new food related initiatives within your school? Yes
“The students have been learning about food fermentation and the importance of reducing waste, i.e, canning the extra vegetables, and fermenting them. We have included this in our Garden to Table programme.”
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Posted 8 months ago
Jess H
Verified Reviewer
What are three words that describe the activities in this kit? Engaging, fun and educational
How effective was the resource in fostering critical thinking about food waste issues?
Not effective
Somewhat effective
Very effective
How effective was the resource in increasing students’ awareness of local sources of food?
Not effective
Somewhat effective
Very effective
How did the resource inform students’ understanding of food waste as a global vs local issue? They were beginning to understand
What were the most creative food waste solution suggestions? Composting or using the food to make petrol
Did the resource encourage new ways of thinking and talking about the value food?
Not at all
Prompted some discussion
Exceptionally well
What did your students find in your community that they hadn’t noticed before and what sparked that discovery? Fruit trees - discussions around fruit and seeds
Has this kit prompted any new food related initiatives within your school? Its been very helpful with garden to table.
“This was such a fun and engaging kit for both the students and me!”
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Posted 8 months ago
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