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<p class=”p1″><span class=”s1″>T</span><span class=”s2″>he Púca Festival in Trim and Athboy in Co Meath is leading the way with sustainability. It focuses on energy, waste, plastics, transport, supply chain, accessibility and biodiversity. </span></p>
<p class=”p1″><span class=”s2″>Some of the ways that they promote sustainability- All their generators are HVO powered generators, zero waste landfill, inclusive venues and biodiversity workshops, no single use plastic, refill water stations across the site, a shuttle bus between venues to reduce the use of cars, This could be an interesting way to explore sustainability on a local level with the children. Giving a real life example and experience of how sustainability can be achieved. </span></p>
<p class=”p1″><span class=”s2″>This model could be used to improve sustainability in the classroom, in the school and ar home. Children could work as groups to create posters to encourage and promote sustainability both at school and at home. Reusing, reducing and recycling when possible. Children could discuss how travelling to and from school could be done more sustainably.</span></p><p class=”p1″><span class=”s1″>Nutrition is an important component in human health and development. Fish is a nutritious food containing both macronutrients and micronutrients essential for development. Fish and shellfish are a healthy source of protein for muscle repair and growth. Fish is a great source of iron and I was surprised by the fact that<span class=”Apple-converted-space”> </span>mussels and other shellfish such as oysters contain high iron levels comparable to red meat. The iron in shellfish is called heme-iron and absorbs more easily and than the iron found in vegetables. Fatty fish such as salmon, halibut and mackerel contain vitamin D. This is good to know as many people in Ireland lack vitamin D due to lack of sunshine. Omega 3 oils are essential for brain development and healthy vision in infants. They are also good for a healthy heart in adults. Salmon and other fatty fish contain omega 3 and are a great addition to the diet for reducing heart disease.</span></p>
<p class=”p1″><span class=”s1″>All the resources and the Arc are great tools for any classroom. The core pillar of the new Stem policy include learner engagement, improving teacher skills and creating ties between schools and local industries. The ARC resources are ideal for this. These tools could help develop an awareness of the fishing industry in Ireland, sustainable fish farming practices and the importance of sustainability for wildlife and ecosystems. The videos are engaging to children with the cartoon Professor O Meara giving detailed and clear explanation on the history of farming and how fish are farmed. The videos have plenty of visual cues to support learning. I think the children would find these videos very informative and would engage them in further learning about aquaculture. </span></p>
<p class=”p1″><span class=”s1″>Setting targets for stem as part of Sse, such as developing work involving science, mathematics, technology. Teachers engaging in cpd and collaborating on STEM projects. </span></p>
<p class=”p1″><span class=”s1″>Increasing pupil engagement. </span></p>
<p class=”p1″ style=”text-align: center;”><span class=”s1″>These targets should be evaluated regularly and new targets set based on evidence gathered.</span></p>I would agree that these farms contribute and support costal communities, in both direct and indirect ways.
<p class=”p1″><span class=”s1″>Many of the best locations for aquaculture are dotted along the west coast on the wild Atlantic way. The sheltered bays, clean waters and sea loughs provide the optimal conditions for salmon, mussels and oyster farms. These industries are providing employment opportunities in small rural communities which rely heavily on tourism. These fish farms give locals the opportunity to stay in their towns or villages as the aquaculture industry provide them with a way of life. The west coast provides the ideal conditions and climatic factors for fish production and the fish production provides much needed employment. Most of the landscape along the Atlantic is dominated by mountains, therefore is not suitable for most agriculture however the natural features of the shoreline are ideal for fish production. There is the question of the impact of these farms on the natural landscape and the ecological environment. Although the farmers use sustainable methods of farming how does it impact the ecosystem</span></p>
The lifecycle of the salmon would be a great topic to introduce in a classroom, I think the children would find it interesting and could lead to learning about aquaculture.
I like the idea of discussing the issue using role play, it would be an interesting way to investigate the issues of farming.
<p class=”p1″><span class=”s1″>All the resources and the Arc are great tools for any classroom. These tools could help develop an awareness of the fishing industry in Ireland, sustainable fish farming practices and the importance of sustainability for wildlife and ecosystems. This awareness among the children will lead to responsible citizens to protect our environment. The videos are appealing to children with the cartoon Professor O Meara giving detailed and clear explanation on the history of farming and how fish are farmed. The videos have plenty of visual cues to support learning. I think the children would find these videos very informative and would engage them in further learning about aquaculture. It would help them understand where their food comes from, introduce them people that produce their food and give them an idea on how their food is produced sustainably. </span></p>
<p class=”p1″><span class=”s1″> The BIM social licensing projects are something that interested me as I have not heard of them before. The taste the Atlantic seafood trail and the young chef ambassador programme are great ways of promoting aquaculture. </span></p>
