A 2002 study by Cambridge University states that around 80% of 8-year-olds can more easily identify characters on Pokémon cards than real-life animals or plants. The modern world is experiencing a Nature deficit, so “Learning outside the classroom” is not only necessary, it is urgent! Pilot site Ciência Viva ran its 6th Teachers’ Conference Learning […]
The first of UCC’s ongoing interventions is to measure the pedagogical impact of the campus’ biodiversity trail on participants. Beyond the research project, guided nature walks happen throughout the year at University College Cork. Led by volunteers, faculty and students, generously giving their time to do so. Pictured is Daniel Carr (UCC Green Campus) leading a
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Looking forward to a great ‘Learning Outside the Classroom Teacher Conference’ on 21-22 March in the Pavilion of Knowledge – Ciência Viva Centre in Lisbon! Excited that the conference will share how ‘Nature-Based Solutions’ bring huge opportunities to improve school environments and how they can help us explore natural heritage and reinvent outdoor spaces of schools. During
University College Cork (UCC) has become the first higher education institute in the world to secure a fifth FEE Green Flag, which was raised on the university campus. Universities across the world are assessed under eight criteria including environmental management and commitment to biodiversity, and a green flag is awarded when judges from An Taisce,
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