[Grace Lynch]

Hi Emma,

Thanks for your response!

I like the idea of looking after a vegetable patch. Great for the environment and the students well-being! You could teach them about the seedling to flower process and tie it into Science as well 🙂

Thanks,

Grace

[Grace Lynch]

Hi Caroline,

Thank you for your response to this module.

I like how you have included a heritage and cultural aspect when teaching the students about nutrition! This is equally as important when learning about the nutritional benefits. Food provides us with a sense of identity within our culture and allows us sustain tradition in an ever evolving world. You could tie this in with History and Geography when teaching.

Thanks,

Grace

 

[Grace Lynch]

Hi Emma,

Thank you for your response to this module!

I really like the idea of the short videos. Before we discuss nutrition on the ARC we have a small segment where we show an old style story-telling video where the narrator informs the students about the Irish legend of Fionn Mac Cumhaill and the Salmon of knowledge. It is so simple, but really effective with the level engagement demonstrated by the students.

Perhaps in the classroom, you could use underwater footage from aquariums with brightly coloured fish for first class students. If they were a bit older I would suggest informative audio to play alongside this but I think the visuals would be enough for students that age.

Thank you,

Grace

[Grace Lynch]

Hi Michelle,

It is lovely to hear about how you have direct links with the aquaculture industry through your relations. I am sure you can attest to the opportunities that aquaculture brings with it and the value of this sector within Irelands economy.

I really like how you have highlighted seafood festivals. I am so looking forward to Seafest and the Dingle Food festival in the coming months as they really showcase the high quality seafood we produce here in Ireland. They give us a chance to celebrate the sea and the producers who work so tirelessly to provide us with high quality and nutritious food in a casual, fun atmosphere. All we need now is the good weather!

Thank you,

Grace

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[Grace Lynch]

Hi Triona,

Thank you for your response to this module!

You are correct in saying that aquaculture is better suited to these areas in comparison to traditional land farming. This makes it all the more important to the communities that live there who rely on it for a source of income. Whether it is directly or indirectly, the employment opportunities often times stem from aquaculture and it is a pillar in many communities along the West Coast.

There is huge potential for aquaculture farms to blossom even further around the West Coast! From seaweed farms to mussels and clams, it all stimulates income and economic growth for future generations to come.

Thank you,

Grace

[Grace Lynch]

Hi Miriam,

Thank you for your response to this Module!

Introducing these topics to the students through the medium of hands on lessons makes it all the more relevant, tangible and engaging to the students.

When presented with real-world problems, the students can see what they’ve learned come to life.  Coming up with a solution to this, allows them to take responsibility over their learning and as you have said yourself making the learning experience that bit more meaningful! I like the idea of designing their own fish farm. This could tie into geography as they would have to assess the local conditions of the area I.e., proximity to the coast, current strength and shelter provided by bays and inlets. It may even inspire one of the students to become a marine spatial planner 🙂 !

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

Thanks,

Grace

 

[Grace Lynch]

Hi Triona,

Thank you for your response to this module !

It is great to hear about the eco-friendly habits upheld in your local community. This is great for young people to see and will help to mould them into adults who think sustainably from the examples that were set for them as children.

You have some really fantastic ideas about how to introduce sustainability in the classroom. I especially like the idea of nature walks because it can promote a sense of connection between the students and their environment as well as promoting their own personal well-being from being out in nature. A win-win in my books.

Thank you,

Grace

 

[Grace Lynch]

Hi Michelle,

Thank you for your response on this module!

The parents who volunteer to do litter-picking sure are providing the young students with a great example and I hope that they will foster behaviours like this into adulthood!

I absolutely adore the idea of the robots, landmarks and bridges made from recyclable material. What a fabulous way to tie STEM and sustainability in together. Perhaps after this course you could do a project where the students research and construct different species of fish made of recyclable materials. It could highlight how we need to look after our oceans so the fish have a clean home to live in 🙂

Thanks,

Grace

 

 

[Grace Lynch]

Hi Brian,

Thank you for your response to this module

Omega 3s are especially important for the students to be aware of as it facilitates brain development in young children, which allows them to reach their full potential as adults! I like how you have also highlighted the benefits of this within the classroom as well.

Underlining the importance of a high protein diet in particular for the students involved in Sports is so beneficial as it makes these concepts personal and relevant to the students themselves. Salmon for example is naturally anti-inflammatory which is great for muscle repair post-exercise as well. . Shellfish are also particularly rich in Vitamin D and calcium aiding the formation of strong bones which can prevent fractures when undergoing stress from excursion during exercise.

Thank you,

Grace

[Grace Lynch]

Hi Michelle,

Thank you for your response to this module!

To adopt STEM skills into real world contexts makes the material all the more tangible and digestible for the student. Introducing these topics to the students through the medium of real-world problems makes it all the more relevant and engaging to the students.

I really like the idea of asking a guest speaker from BIM to discuss their role in aquaculture. We found the guest speakers to be fantastic on the ARC and they really do promote engagement with the children. If you would like to book the ARC for a visit to your school please register at: BIM – Registration Form.

Thanks,

Grace

 

 

 

[Grace Lynch]

Hi Triona,

Thank you for your response to this module!

It is great to hear how the nutrition part of the workshop appealed to you! Supporting local food producers through food choices is a great way for the students to take autonomy over their learning and practice eco-friendly habits that they can bring into adulthood!

Map reading in particular is one of my favourite activities that we do on the ARC. In an ever changing digital world it is nice to use a traditional map when looking at an area and do things the old fashioned way. 🙂

Thanks,

Grace

 

[Grace Lynch]

Hello,

Thank you for your response to this module!

It is lovely idea to STEM skills in real world contexts when 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 new topics as it promotes a sense of social responsibility and overall community involvement.

Thanks,

Grace

[Grace Lynch]

Hi Eithne,

Thank you for your response to this module!

It is lovely to hear of all of the different ways you have chosen to be sustainable!

I especially like the idea of the students getting involved in growing their own plants. There is something so satisfying about nurturing a plant from seed to flower! It can also tie in with Geography (soil types of an area etc), Science (seedling to flower stages) and SPHE (nutrition and its link to well-being).

Thanks,

Grace

[Grace Lynch]

Hi Aaron,

Thank you for your response to this module!

I like how you have highlighted the community identity aspect of aquaculture. Areas that have a rich history in fish farming are able to continue this old tradition in a modern world when people like us decide to make sustainable choices. From looking at food labels and making sustainable food choices in the supermarket to shopping locally we are preserving the marine ecosystem environment and supporting local fish farmers, keeping this industry alive and allowing for the conditions to be maintained for generations to come!

Go raibh maith agat,

Grace

 

[Grace Lynch]

Hi Caitlin,

Thank you for response to this module!

You are correct in saying that a sense of community and identity can arise from the aquaculture practices. I have seen this myself in Cromane down in Kerry where there is a vey tight knit community that bond over their love for oysters and mussels. Many young teens will spend a Summer turning bags to make pocket money, I myself have fond memories of Summers spent under the sun amongst the trestles and I am so grateful that I ad the opportunity to do that so close to home!

Seaweed farming is another great opportunity for the people of Ireland! We had a guest speaker on the ARC who will hopefully have a seaweed farm up and running in Galway in the coming years! There are so many benefits from cosmetics, fertilizers to pharmaceuticals ; the list is endless! It is even used in toothpaste production.

Thanks,

Grace

 

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