NEW DELHI: At the 9th NYC Green School Conference, Viraf Mehta, a teacher at The Browning School, New York, emphasized the power of empathy, creativity, and inclusive pedagogy in building climate-conscious education systems.
He spoke during the session “Math to Music – The Art and Science of Greening the Curriculum,” which showcased how every subject—from mathematics to the arts—can become a channel for sustainability learning.
The interdisciplinary panel brought together educators and researchers who explored creative pedagogies, indigenous wisdom, and STEAM approaches to deepen student understanding of ecological interdependence. Panelists argued that blending scientific accuracy with artistic expression allows schools to foster not just knowledge, but sustainable mindsets.
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