[Mark Coady]

I agree Tommy. There are many areas with which you can the integrate the lessons.

[Mark Coady]

Aquaculture in Ireland is ideal due to our climate and this gives allowance for farming in coastal areas of the country which has a huge socio economic boost for the areas nearby.

Aquaculture is predominantly in the west of the country along the Wild Atlantic Way. The bays and inlets on this side of the country allow shelter from the Atlantic and makes a great location for farming of different sea life. Salmon farming is a great example of this.

Many towns and villages along the Wild Atlantic Way can make the most of the environment when it comes to Aquaculture near their area as it creates employment opportunities. The great thing about this is that it provides opportunities for not only the people farming the area but it has a huge knock on effect which can benefit many others. An example of this would be jobs for drivers delivering farmed products to business or for exporting. Local seafood shops or restaurants provide opportunities for employment based off the reputation of the town or village as an area thriving from a seafood industry. Tradesmen or women can provide services on equipment that needs to be repaired or replaced to continue a functioning aquaculture area.

[Mark Coady]

I completely agree with the point that it creates employment opportunities in communities.

[Mark Coady]

As a teacher in a primary school in a coastal town I think it is very important for children to engage in learning about aquaculture and the social licence projects. Being along the seaside I have taught many children who have family members working as fishermen and always take a keen interest into sea life and water safety but never understood aquaculture and the practices here in Ireland and how sustainable practices are crucial for development. Interactive resources, quizzes, videos and power point slides are all really helpful ways to teach the children while keeping the enjoyment and engagement levels high. With the Taste the Atlantic programme there is a lot of opportunity for learning about the different types of seafood available as well as how they are farmed or where in the country they come from. Linkage and integration is important for pupils and using the maps and seafood trail there is great links to geography and pupils who enjoy geography may remember things better. Likewise, pupils interest in the seafood trail can boost their geography skills and use their interest in the Taste the Atlantic to help learn across the curriculum.

[Mark Coady]

I also agree with the fact that children need more information about aquaculture as it is something they generally don’t get the chance to explore.

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