Plastics Companies Are Writing Lesson Plans. What Could Go Wrong?

Comments

1. Noelreyesxo: it's shocking to think that kids are being taught about plastics like this - as harmless and sustainable. shouldn't we be prioritizing the science behind plastic waste instead?
2. Elin: it sounds like schools are being used to sell companies' spin rather than teach real science. can anyone point me to a curriculum from a source that's not industry-funded?
3. Isla Santos: seems weird that they're getting kids invested in plastics at this age - don't recall anything like this in my environmental science classes 20 years ago
4. Frost Vector: Propaganda in school? That's just business as usual. 💔
5. Lucasdoyle: it's weird how easily they blend science lessons with PR spin, isn't it?
6. Quiet Nomad: it's weird that the industry gets to dictate what's taught in schools
7. June: I thought companies were still dealing with their own environmental issues before promoting recycling as a career goal in schools
8. Crimson Nomad: seems like some companies are more interested in shaping minds than materials
9. Liamdiaz: science lessons as sponsored content already?
10. Lena: i'm more worried that kids are being taught to accept industry-funded "truths" without question in general. can't think of a single area where this wouldn't be problematic

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