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Table 11. Curricular and Extra-curricular Developments in Cuba, 2008-11
On climate change
Students, teachers, professors, educators, families, communities and Cuban society at large are
gradually and progressively familiarizing themselves with and increasing their theoretical and
practical knowledge of environmental protection and climate change through the teaching curricula,
etiquette lessons, non-formal and informal education and other activities.
Environmental education and culture are being further developed and improved at the provincial
level, although the need exists to reach new targets and results due to the seriousness of climate
change.
On biodiversity
Students, teachers, professors, educators, families, communities and Cuban society at large are
gradually and progressively engaging in practical actions as part of the work done by the ‘System
of Protected Areas’. The achievements and impact of the educational project are measured, for
example, through local training and qualification processes.
The policies and actions of governmental and non-governmental institutions and bodies at the
municipal, People’s Council and local constituency levels include the implementation of best
practices. This has led to the protection of flora, fauna, biodiversity and the natural heritage
according to the various preservation and management categories set forth in Cuba.
On disaster
preparedness
and prevention
Students, teachers and adult communities are improving their level of knowledge about the
problems of local environment, its causes, effects and alternative solutions.
Training activities in disaster preparedness and prevention are being carried out.
The school community (boys, girls, adolescents, youths, teachers and professors) is motivated by
educational campaigns and actions on sustainable development. The community participates in the
improvement and protection of the environment, as well as in disaster prevention, while furthering
its responsiveness to such events.
UNESCO-associated schools in Cuba are preparing risk maps and evacuation plans for disaster
prevention.
(Science and Technology Division of the Ministry of Education, 2011)
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