The Tangaroa Blue Education Kit is an innovative and interactive learning tool that takes students on a journey of discovery into the world of marine ecology and conservation. The kit is designed to challenge students to think critically about the impact of human activities on the Earth’s environment and to understand the urgent need for action. With its user-friendly approach, it is perfect for educators who want to inspire their students to make a difference in the world.
The kit starts by asking three simple questions: What is marine debris? Why is it a problem? And what can we do about it? These questions are the foundation upon which the entire learning experience is built, and they serve to engage students in a thought-provoking and meaningful conversation about the importance of marine ecology and conservation.
The concepts of consumption, pollution, and resolution are explored in depth, as students learn about the interrelationship between human activities and the Earth’s environment. The inquiry-oriented teaching and learning model provides students with opportunities to represent and re-represent their developing understanding, and hands-on experiences help to connect the lessons they have learned in the classroom to the real world.
The Tangaroa Blue Education Kit is aligned with Australia’s National Curriculum: Science, and it incorporates cross-curricular priorities such as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories and culture, Asia and Australia’s engagement with Asia, and sustainability. The kit is designed to be accessible and user-friendly for educators, with a range of activities and resources that are easy to implement in the classroom.
The Australian Marine Debris Initiative is an integral part of the Tangaroa Blue Education Kit. Students are given the opportunity to analyze real data and become part of the solution for marine debris. The kit provides students with a hands-on experience that helps them to understand the impact of human activities on the world’s oceans, and it inspires them to take action to protect and conserve the world’s marine ecosystems.
The Tangaroa Blue Education Kit is an exceptional tool for educators who want to inspire their students to become stewards of the planet. The kit’s user-friendly approach and inquiry-oriented teaching model make it a valuable resource for any classroom, and its integration with the Australian Marine Debris Initiative provides students with a unique and meaningful learning experience. Whether you are a seasoned educator or just starting out, the Tangaroa Blue Education Kit is a must-have resource for anyone who wants to inspire their students to make a difference in the world.
Units are national curriculum aligned and targeted to:
EARLY YEARS > Foundation to Year 3
UPPER YEARS > Years 4 to 6
SENIOR YEARS > Years 7 to 10
Link
https://www.tangaroablue.org/resources/education-kit-and-fact-sheets/marine-debris-education-kit/
Keywords
Marine, debris, tangaroa blue, ecology, conservation
Developed by: Tangaroa Blue