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This year I will be using these lessons in a thematic, integrated learning in areas like SESE, Maths, and even Oral Language. There are so many hands-on, exploratory of nature activities that would work really well at primary level and encourage collaborative learning and develop a curiosity into the sea world. It also offers opportunities for pupil-led investigation, especially if a school chooses to focus on areas like collaborative learning, digital technologies, or developing student voice.
One lesson I really loved was the floating fish farm design challenge. This challenge allows students to explore areas such as engineering, maths, environmental science.
Having looked at the online lessons and resources developed for the ARC it has really highlighted how accessible and engaging STEM education can be when it’s rooted our environment and particularly for our school which is located to a fishing village. The focus on sustainability, innovation, and inquiry-based learning ties in perfectly with the aims of the STEM Education Policy Statement—particularly around nurturing creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills in students
These ARC resources could be used in so many ways to embed meaningful STEM education across the school in a way that’s both practical and inspiring.
I totally agree that it is very important that we preserve these farms as a source of employment and keep the fishing traditions alive.
Aquaculture farming in Ireland plays an important and crucial role in the socio-economics of our coastal communities. These farms, which produce shellfish and finfish like salmon, offer employment opportunities, especially in rural and often remote areas where other types of employment are limited. Beyond direct jobs in farming, the aquaculture sector generates work in processing, transportation and providing possible marketing opportunities and remote working environment for people. Also from the previous module, BIM had an initiative highlighting aquaculture along the west coast- Taste the Atlantic- a seafood journey. This will help the industry to thrive.
Along the west coast, the landscape is ideal as it has harbours, inlets and shorelines. Salmon farms along the coast are ideally located as they have protection from islands with deep waters and shelter from storms.
Additionally, these farms contribute to sustainable food production, meeting growing global demand for seafood while keeping to high environmental standards. The sector also encourages the development of infrastructure such as ports and transportation networks, which benefits other industries and local residents.I am the same Clodagh, before engaging in this class I wouldn’t have felt it was a topic I would have the confidence to tackle in the classroom.
All the interactive tools used in module 1 should give all students in my school the opportunity to connect with aquaculture in an engaging and meaningful way and spark an interest in some pupils to study in this area in the future.
I love the idea of the ARC classroom which would make learning about aquaculture more engaging and interesting for students. It is immersive and interactive, and I think that it would captivate the interests of the students. These tools allow the students gain a deeper understanding of aquaculture practices and their possible impact on economic and environmental systems.
Social licence, communicating with the public about developments in aquaculture is essential for the future of aquaculture. It would allow students to think about their own values and their awareness of sustainability and how they can act as responsibly. It gets us to think critically and reflect on the ethical issues.
