[Grace Lynch]

Hello,

Thank you for your response to this Module!

I like how you have pointed out how important it is to talk about local Irish produce. As an island it only makes sense for us to support the seafood producers on our doorstep and contribute to our local economy.

The ‘Eye Spy’ activity in the Supermarket is an easy and accessible way to make students more aware of where their food comes from. It also gives them a sense of responsibility to choose food products that are not only beneficial to them but the world around them.

Thanks,

Grace

[Grace Lynch]

Hi Lorraine,

Thank you for your response to Module 4!

Food literacy is such an underrated skill and can be taught across different subjects. For example in Mathematics it can be applied through real-life numerical questions such as the amount of protein per 100g in a salmon fillet, in Science it can be explored from a biological perspective and how different nutrients effect our bodies, even in SPHE how eating a balanced diet effects your well-being. I especially like the idea of ‘Seafood Superpowers’. Fuelling their bodies with the correct nutrients allows for them to reach their full potential and feel their best which is a superpower in and of itself 🙂

Reading food labels is an important practice that can be carried out in the day to day life of anyone not just the students! It encourages us to make healthy choices not only for ourselves but the environment around us.

Thanks,

Grace

[Grace Lynch]

Hello,

Thank you for your response to Module 2!

Using the local features of an area is key when deciding where to place the aquaculture site. Whether it be a deep water environment for the salmon or mussel farm or a sheltered intertidal zone for our oysters.

The role of aquaculture in sustaining smaller rural communities is vital. Many of these areas do not geographically support traditional farming along the West coast i.e., poor soil health, steep slopes etc. So it makes aquaculture and harvesting in the sea all that more important. The marine and seafood sector provide a variety of jobs either directly or indirectly which allows for younger people to stay in these areas, preventing rural decline.

The information is so versatile as you have mentioned here that it can be taught across multiple different subjects. This increases the overall comprehension of the concepts, as transferable problem solving skills can be applied for example map reading can tie geography and mathematics together by assessing graphs but also analysing the physical features of an area.

Thank you,

Grace

• This reply was modified 11 months, 1 week ago by Grace Lynch.

[Grace Lynch]

Hi Brian,

Thank you for your response to this module!

The presence of  aquaculture in Kerry is so strong! I myself worked on an oyster farm in Cromane and you can really see how the whole community gets involved as it is the means of livelihood for so many people that live here!

I love shining a light on these farmers who work so hard and take great pride in their seafood products. Festivals like Seafest in Cromane and Dingle Food festival are a great way to celebrate this tradition and part of our culture as an island.

Thanks,

Grace

[Grace Lynch]

Hi Lorraine,

Thank you for you response to this module.

Strengthening the relevance between the classroom and real world application of these concepts is what we hope to do! Even things as simple as looking at food labels and picking up litter are ways that the students can become more environmentally aware!

Learning about the delicate eco-system in the ocean and how we can nourish this valuable resource as an island, is so important for the kids of today as hopefully it will promote eco-friendly habits to be practiced by the students into adulthood.

Thanks,

Grace

 

[Grace Lynch]

Hi Erin,

Thank you for your response to this Module!

Omega 3s are particularly important for the students to be aware of as it aids brain development, allowing them to reach their full potential as adults! Designing meal plans sounds like a great idea to implement what they learn from this topic into the context of their everyday life. Simple experiments such as testing the density of water wouldn’t require a million and one materials!

Thanks,

Grace

[Grace Lynch]

Hi Sylvia,

Thank you for your response to this Module!

Appreciating local resources is a great way to link nutrition and sustainability. Environmental awareness is a tool we could all use when selecting food products as produce that is sourced locally is likely to leave less of a carbon footprint, boosts local economy, strengthens community connection and the food is less likely to require preservatives and be more nutritious as the distance from farm to table is that bit shorter and is often harvested at peak ripeness.

Thank you,

Grace

 

[Grace Lynch]

Hi Sylvia,

Thank you for your response to this Module

All of these practical actions sound like a fantastic way to introduce sustainability to the students. I love the idea of planting pollinator-friendly flowers. You could use this in the context of science and explain the pollen cycle etc.

Thanks,

Grace

[Grace Lynch]

Hi Caitlin,

Thank you for your response to Module 5

It is great to hear about the sustainable efforts being made at local level! A greenway would be a lovely addition and not only have they shown to benefit the environment but also people’s well-being. Linking the students surrounding environment to the lessons taught in the classroom is a great way to make it more relevant and easily digestible when introducing the concept of sustainability.

Thanks,

Grace

[Grace Lynch]

Hi Stephanie,

Thank you for your response to Module 3!

I like the idea of going on fieldtrips! I feel that this would boost enthusiasm and engagement with the students and would also be a nice memory for them to look back on !

Thanks,

Grace

[Grace Lynch]

Hi Erin,

Thank you for your response to this module,

It is lovely to hear how you can integrate this into STEM teaching. Introducing these topics to the students through the medium of real-world problems makes it all the more relevant and engaging to the students.

School wide efforts are particularly helpful when addressing topics such as sustainability as it promotes a sense of social responsibility and overall community involvement.

Thanks,

Grace

[Grace Lynch]

Hi David,

Thank you for your response to this module!

I like the idea constructing graphs/visual charts to show economic growth/employment in a certain area because of the presence of Aquaculture farms. This may appeal to a visual style learner while also underlining the importance of aquaculture from a social and financial perspective.

Thanks,

Grace

[Grace Lynch]

Hi Emma,

Thank you for your response to this module!

I like how you have linked this back to SPHE. Stewardship and social responsibility to protect the environment is a key take away from the final module of the day when we teach in the ARC. We hope that this would promote eco-friendly habits within the students that would make them feel that contribution is meaningful how ever small and that this would encourage sustainable choices into adulthood,

Thank you,

Grace

[Grace Lynch]

Hi Erin,

Thank you for your response to module 1!

It is lovely to hear that you found the videos and interactive videos helpful. If you would like the ARC to visit your school, you can register at : BIM – Registration Form

Thanks,

Grace

[Grace Lynch]

Hi Sylvia,

Thank you very much for your in-depth and very detailed response to Module 2!

It is clear that you have put a lot of thinking into how to apply the resources from the ARC into your classroom. I really like the idea of this map plotting activity. The crossover between Mathematics and Geography is great for the over comprehension and consolidation of the information that is delivered to the students and employing such a hands on activity allows them to take a certain level of autonomy over their learning which I think would bolster engagement and enthusiasm.

Thanks,

Grace

 

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