[Grace Lynch]

Hi Triona,

Thank you for your response!

It is so lovely to hear about your daughter’s visit aboard the ARC. It is really important for younger students to know about where their food is coming from whether it is land or sea as this promotes healthier eating choices into adulthood. Hopefully we can return at some point!

Grace

[Grace Lynch]

Hi Lauren,

Thank you for your response!

I like how you have listed some visual and hands on activities here to support the pupils learning. Group discussion for concepts such as sustainability in our day to day choices is a great one as the students can compare and contrast the myriad of things they could do to benefit the environment.

Grace

[Grace Lynch]

Hi Lauren,

Thank you for your response!

I like how you have highlighted the value of inquiry based learning! Allowing the children to see past getting the “right answer” builds on critical thinking, long term retention skills and resilience.

Grace

[Grace Lynch]

Hi Claire,

Thank you for your response to this module!

I like how you have so clearly laid out the importance of strong links between community involvement, sustainability and education. The concept of interdependence is such an important concept for children to understand at a young age so they can go into their adult lives considering the environment surrounding them and how their day to day choices will effect that.

Grace

[Grace Lynch]

Hi Lauren,

Thank you for your response,

I like the idea of using hands on learning activities with the pupils! This makes it memorable and fun while they’re digesting this material.

Grace

[Grace Lynch]

Hi Hannah,

Thank you for your response!

I like the practical activities you have listed here! Beach clean ups, exploring local wild life and learning about oyster farms would support the pupils in their understanding of how their day to day choices and surroundings are connected to sustainability and sustainable choices.

Grace

[Grace Lynch]

Hi Annette,

Thank you for your response!

I really like how you have tied these activities into multiple subject areas and made it cross-curricular. Another suggestion where you could tie nutrition and history together would be to speak about the Salmon of Knowledge. You could explain how Omega 3s aid brain development in young people and while they might not give you all the knowledge in the world they same way we heard in Irish folklore, it definitely helps!

Grace

[Grace Lynch]

Hi Yvonne,

Thanks for your response to this module!

I agree that teaching children about the nutritional benefits of seafood through practical, hands-on activities is a great way to promote healthy eating. It also helps children understand where their food comes from and encourages informed, sustainable food choices.

Grace

[Grace Lynch]

Hi Laura,

Thank you for your response!

It’s interesting to see how our understanding of seafood nutrition has evolved over time. I like your idea of incorporating seafood into hands-on classroom activities, as it encourages healthy eating while also introducing children to sustainability and Ireland’s marine food industry in an engaging way.

Grace

[Grace Lynch]

Hi Orla,

Thank you for your response!

I really like your suggestion! Hands-on activities such as cooking or tasting sessions can make learning memorable while helping children understand healthy eating, where food comes from, and the importance of Ireland’s sustainable seafood industry.

Grace

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[Grace Lynch]

Hi Yvonne,

Thank you for your response!

I agree—the ARC videos are engaging and provide an excellent introduction to aquaculture and sustainability. They align really well with the STEM Education Policy by encouraging active, inquiry-based learning and helping children make real-world connections across a range of curriculum areas.

Grace

[Grace Lynch]

Hi Rebecca,

Thank you for your response,

You have emphasised really well here how aquaculture not only supports employment but also strengthens tourism and local businesses in coastal communities. It’s a great example of how sustainable use of natural resources can benefit both the economy and the people who live there.

Grace

[Grace Lynch]

Hi Yvonne,

Thank you for your response!

Sustainable aquaculture plays an important role in keeping coastal communities thriving while ensuring Ireland’s marine ecosystems are cared for. It’s a great example of how economic development and environmental responsibility can work together.

Grace

[Grace Lynch]

Hello Molly,

Thanks for your response!

The strong links with Science, Geography and SPHE make the resources very versatile for classroom use, while the real-life examples help pupils connect their learning to the world around them. Developing students’ awareness of sustainability, biodiversity and responsible food production is an excellent way to encourage critical thinking.

Grace

[Grace Lynch]

Hi Noreen,

Thank you for your response!

If you would like to register your school for a visit from the ARC; please follow the link below and fill in the details of your school. We cannot guarantee a visit. However if we do have availability the next time we are in your area, we will contact you.

Registration Form

Grace

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