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I fully agree that gender stereotyping in career paths is an issue in the world we live in today. It is imperative that we question antiquated ideas such as “cooking is for women” and “construction is for men.” Everyone ought to be able to follow their passions and abilities without hindrance from social norms. These barriers can be removed by presenting young people with role models from a variety of backgrounds and encouraging them to study a wide range of subjects.
This can be accomplished in a school setting in a variety of ways, such as by introducing kids to a broad selection of books and reading materials that celebrate many cultures and encourage positive gender roles. Another crucial area where development education approaches can be taught is through play.I agree with the points you have made Catherine. It is very important as adults and role models to our students that we promote equality in the classroom. Creating an Inclusive Learning Environment ensures all students feel valued and included, which enhances their engagement and motivation. It helps students appreciate and respect diverse backgrounds and perspectives, fostering a more harmonious classroom atmosphere.
Encouraging Equal Opportunities – Academic Achievement: Provides all students with the same opportunities to succeed, irrespective of their background. Skill Development: Ensures that all students can develop their skills and talents to their fullest potential.
Fostering Social Justice – Equity and Fairness: Contributes to a more just society by addressing and reducing educational disparities. Empowerment: Empowers marginalized groups by recognizing and addressing systemic inequalities.
Promoting equality in the classroom is not just a moral and ethical responsibility but also a practical necessity for creating an effective and enriching educational experience. By fostering an environment where every student feels valued and has equal opportunities to succeed, teachers play a crucial role in shaping a more equitable and just society.How my school can be more sustainable – We could be more energy efficient and replace incandescent bulbs with energy efficient lighting. We could promote turning off light switches in the school by running a poster competition about saving electricity. We could run a return program to recycle plastic bottles; recycle paper; compost fruit peels, pencil shavings, and apple cores; maintain track of the ways that students get to school; install basins in every classroom sink to conserve water, which is then used to wash paintbrushes; provide advice on sustainability in the school’s newsletter and website.
I found the ARC lessons very child friendly. I am excited to use these lessons in my classroom next year. There are many topics in these lessons that I think the children in my class would enjoy discussing. I have no doubt that the children in my class and children all over the country will find learning from a resource like this much more intriguing than learning direct from a textbook. I look forward to sharing these resources with other staff members in my school!
Hi Tommy, I agree with you that critical and inquisitive thinking are skills that can be fostered through engaging in lessons about Aquaculture. The ARC progrmame is an outstanding resource that highlights the importance of aquaculture in Ireland and gives us the opportunity to discuss Aquaculture in a child friendly manner.
Ireland certainly has a ‘Goldilocks Climate’ with damp, cool and rarely extreme weather conditions. The ‘Goldilocks Climate’ is an excellent way of describing Ireland’s climate to children. I thought the map of Ireland showing the location of aquaculture farming around us is an outstanding resource. The map helps the children become aware of the Aquaculture that is taking place near where they live and also makes them aware of Aquaculture that is taking place in other areas around the country.
I thoroughly enjoyed Module 1 – An introduction to Aquaculture. I particularly enjoyed the videos as I found them very interesting and informative. Prior to this module, I was unaware of the wealth of resources available in the area of Aquaculture. I aim to use these resources next year in my SESE lessons. The ARC is a brilliant idea and I would love to see it come to my school. Incorporating Aquaculture into the classroom can be a highly engaging way to teach students about biology, ecology and sustainable food production.
