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PANGAEA PROJECT
The Pangaea theory states that all present continents were once together and collectively known as a
'supercontinent' called a Pangaea. The word 'Pangaea' is derived from Ancient Greek, pan, meaning entire
and Gaea, meaning earth.
Our Pangaea Project is designed to bring students of the world closer together through education,interaction
and shared experiences.The students will begin in the African country of Malawi. They will be exchanging
"Day in the Life" videos made by US and Malawian students. These videos will depict the daily life of
students in both countries.Viewing the videos will be the first step in their journey exploring the diversity of
their cultures.
They will chat with Twitter, via blog and meet via web-cast. Teachers in both countries will be
incorporating educational materials for the students. Class work in Science, Math and Social Studies will
come to life as the students and their teachers ask questions and follow the work of Canterio International
throughout Malawi.
Lesson plans will include materials on composting techniques, indigenous planting, nutrition and irrigation as
well as sharing geography, topography and statistics about their respective countries. Students will be
involved and engaged in the lesson plans. The students will gain invaluable knowledge in the classroom and
beyond during this multicultural experience.
Educational Objectives:
*Engage students by showing them practical application of their class work.
*Empower students by proving they can make a difference in the world.
*Provide a multicultural experience that will meet diversity requirements.
Our work in sub-Saharan Africa is helping orphans of HIV/AIDs. These children are not just poor, they are
in crisis. Some are being raised by Aunts or Grandmothers but many are in child headed households. Our
mission is to build education capacity by repairing schools, establishing libraries and improving nutrition.
All our projects are designed to be sustainable and attempt to improve nutritional and educational conditions
while mindful of recycling and producing minimal negative impact on the local and world environment.
To find out how your school can become part of this project fill out the form below
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