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The ESA materials’ activities are perfect for use in the classroom. If I were to make use of these materials, I would begin by learning about the distinction between climate and weather. While it may seem clear to an adult, I assume that a small child would value further explanation of this idea. Next, I would try to establish a weather station in the schoolyard. Collaborating fosters collegiality and could improve the number of kids who gain from the trial. We would decide on a spot together; ideally, it would be distant from trees and houses.Next, we would spend money on equipment. Some of the equipment could be made, but this might be done as an after-school project to broaden the kids’ education. We would buy a wind vane, a rain gauge, and a thermometer. After that, we would proceed to gather information from our devices. This would require a recording. At this point, it would be wise to include community projects and parents in order to promote a sense of involvement and practical application.
The effects of climate change are profound in Ireland and in our neighborhood. There are a lot of extreme weather occurrences happening right now, like storms, flooding, temperature swings, and heavy rain. Students are highly aware of the issues surrounding climate change since the local media covers it extensively. Three things we could think about include setting up an outdoor classroom and school garden where students can learn about biodiversity, sustainable agriculture, and the value of green places. We could carry out an energy audit to find places where the school might save costs on power and then put together a plan to make these savings happen. In order to involve students, we could conduct fieldwork in the form of local environmental studies, field trips to local sites, or areas affected by flooding. Another option is to have a guest speaker discuss how climate change is affecting the neighborhood.
An organization that assists refugees in Dublin exists and it is called The City of Sanctuary, Dublin. This organization is connected to a network of locations, events, and businesses that assist in integrating refugees into the local community. By collaborating with this organization, I believe the school may plan a variety of events and activities to raise awareness of refugees in Ireland. Schools are crucial in raising awareness and fostering conversation regarding refugees in Ireland. It is crucial for teachers in DEIS schools to be highly sensitive to the subject matter while also educating the students about these issues. Students would gain real-world experience dealing with local migrants and asylum seekers as a result. In the end, this would promote kindness and generosity toward migrants, refugees, and asylum seekers. I believe that the concept of a body system is a really interesting and successful way to integrate the refugees and the students
Hi Grainne,
I agree that we as teachers should really focus on climate change, global warming and taking care of our planet as much as possible. This is something that I will definitely be focusing on next year in my classroom.
Fairness between nations and between people is correlated with global inequality. We are fortunate to live in a prosperous nation in Ireland. We have nice living conditions most of the time. Nonetheless, there are significant differences in the wealth of the population in this nation. People are not all created equal, and this can have a significant impact on how they turn out in life. There are significant differences between the properties that our students own and how they live in Ireland. Small hotel rooms are home to a large number of children. Some people reside in housing centers. Families frequently lack access to amenities that enable them to prepare their own food, and living quarters are claustrophobic. The kids find it hard to study because of their noise. Families can be abruptly relocated to different towns. The Sustainable Development Goal 10—Reduced Inequality—would be my main concern. I liked the session where the instructor discussed the kind of dwellings people live in around the globe. Certain houses have sanitization, comfort, and safety. Other houses simply offer rudimentary protection.
Hi Eleanor,
I totally agree with what you have written. I have seen myself as a teacher how gender stereotypes can shape children’s self-perception and self-esteem.
Students may be impacted by gender stereotypes in a variety of ways even at an early age. Gender stereotypes may be reflected in and reinforced by books, stories, textbooks, television shows, and other educational resources. Textbook stories and illustrations, for instance, may show males in bold, assertive positions and women in submissive, helping roles. Play may have influenced children’s gender norms from an early age. The stereotypical ideas about gender that are frequently seen in schools include females playing tennis and boys playing football in the yard. It’s possible that parents and educators have unintentionally different expectations for boys and girls. For example, people might anticipate that guys will perform well in physical education while ladies will perform better in disciplines like music or theater. In order to address these prejudices and foster an inclusive and equitable learning environment, educators must be aware of them and take intentional action. This entails speaking in a gender-neutral manner, guaranteeing equitable possibilities for participation, offering a variety of role models, and dispelling stereotypes through the curriculum and methods used in the classroom.
Because it fosters critical thinking, empathy, and a greater awareness of interconnected global concerns including poverty, injustice, and environmental sustainability, development education is crucial. Development Education is incorporated into the core curriculum to help students become knowledgeable, engaged global citizens who can make significant contributions to society.
I would integrate development education into my teaching by introducing global issues into all of my curriculum’s lessons, encouraging group projects that deal with pressing issues like lending a hand to neighborhood nonprofits and charities, and fostering community involvement through awareness campaigns or guest lecturers. In order to support colleagues, I would provide materials and effective illustrations of Development Education activities, as well as foster a collaborative and idea-sharing atmosphere among educators. As a teacher, I think it’s a good idea to use games to discuss societal injustice and fairness. I would arrange professional development in the field and use the slides from this module to provide an overview of development education to all staff members in an effort to encourage their involvement.
Hi Michelle,
I can’t agree more with what you have written. Sustainability is so important in today’s world. Research projects is another great idea for the classroom.
Hi Sinéad,
I totally agree with what you have written. I think that educating the children about food and making healthier choices is so important. Also, it would be a good idea of teaching the children about the benefits of eating healthy food.
Hi Rachel,
I agree with what you are saying. I believe it is crucial that children have a good understanding of the food pyramid. It’s also so important that they understand what nutrients the food they are eating contain.
Sustainability is essential for safeguarding not only the ecosystem and the creatures that inhabit our world, but also our available resources. I’m not familiar with the three pillars or how they offer a framework for assessing sustainability from a human perspective. In Ireland, seaweed farming has grown in popularity recently. Because of its many benefits, it is frequently used in spa treatments and cosmetics. It is now a rapidly expanding industry. By exposing the kids to this multipurpose product, we can help them comprehend the value of our oceans and how we can improve our sustainability to preserve them for future generations.The kids will be able to make better decisions by keeping an eye out for the MSC and ASC labels when they visit stores if they are introduced to the various sustainability labels. I will be bringing the slide that shows the connections between endangered species back to the classroom since I found it to be intriguing. These links are excellent places to start a conversation about sustainability.
I believe that this module’s content would be readily implemented in the classroom, particularly in a special education context. I believe I would most likely speak with the home economics teacher and recommend creating a collaborative learning module. I believe that introducing the children to the oceans around Ireland and collaborating with the Greens Schools Committee on sustainability issues will greatly inspire them. I believe the home economics teacher may look at several fish preparation methods for our local waters in addition to the obvious. In my opinion, there should be a demonstration and a guest speaker from the Chef Ambassador program in addition to this. To truly solidify the lessons, it would be wonderful to go on a field trip to an aqua farm.Of course, there are countless alternatives for cross-curricular learning, such as in art, English, SESE, and other subjects. I thought it was a great idea for another participant to include digital learning as well.
The ARC’s online lessons are a great way to support kids in gaining a solid grasp of aquaculture and the opportunities it brings in Ireland. The movies are a great tool for piquing learners’ attention because STEM focuses on accomplishing just that. The videos’ timing gives the kids enough time to finish the tests and reflect on what they’ve learnt thus far and any unanswered questions. In addition to discussing the movies in small groups, they might brainstorm potential new topics to research. The way the material is presented in the final two movies serves as a strong reminder of the need of STEM skill development, which is necessary for surviving and working in the modern world. Although my school is not near the sea, these courses emphasize how important it is to understand what it’s like to be near the sea.
