Welcome to our Education section 2019/20, Galway Atlantaquaria have a very strong emphasis on promoting STEM subjects (science, technology, engineering and maths) through our ocean literacy programmes. As a STEM centre for over twelve years, we have great knowledge and experience in delivering a range of programmes for young people in education.
Click on the link to learn more about our Field Studies ecology programmes.
Click to listen to the audio description of our Field Study options.
OUR FIELD STUDIES OPTIONS
Leaving Cert Ecology – A Scientific Study of an Ecosystem (Seashore/Grassland/Woodland)
- Emphasis is placed on the techniques of fieldwork and the recording and analysis of abiotic, biotic and climatic factors, organism distribution and adaptations of flora and fauna.
Junior Cert Ecology – Local Habitat Study (Seashore/Grassland/Woodland)
- Using appropriate instruments and simple keys to show the variety and distribution of plant and animal life. Study of food webs, adaptations competition and interdependence.
Other Available Programmes
Marine Litter Workshop
Marine Litter and the ocean. Includes looking at common everyday items that impact on our ocean and the choices we make; how long materials take to break down; and games to emphasise the effect of good and bad environmental choices. Can include a beach clean and data analysis.
Sustainability workshops
The cod story: a workshop on Marine Biodiversity and food production. Involves News Mapping and meeting the characters of the story in the aquarium.
Engineering Workshop
Flood Defences: a workshop on people & the coastal environment including elements of marine engineering and maths.
Maths Workshop
Design your own exhibit: A creative workshop using maths whilst engaging in environmental awareness and care and learning about animal husbandry.
Animal Anatomy Workshop
Students are introduced to marine biodiversity and different types of body structure, and adaptations. They complete a squid dissection in small groups.
Leaving Cert Ecology – A Scientific Study of an Ecosystem (Seashore/Grassland/Woodland)
- Emphasis is placed on the techniques of fieldwork and the recording and analysis of abiotic, biotic and climatic factors, organism distribution and adaptations of flora and fauna.
Junior Cert Ecology – Local Habitat Study (Seashore/Grassland/Woodland)
- Using appropriate instruments and simple keys to show the variety and distribution of plant and animal life. Study of food webs, adaptations competition and interdependence.
Other Available Programmes
Marine Litter Workshop
Marine Litter and the ocean. Includes looking at common everyday items that impact on our ocean and the choices we make; how long materials take to break down; and games to emphasise the effect of good and bad environmental choices. Can include a beach clean and data analysis.
Sustainability workshops
The cod story: a workshop on Marine Biodiversity and food production. Involves News Mapping and meeting the characters of the story in the aquarium.
Engineering Workshop
Flood Defences: a workshop on people & the coastal environment including elements of marine engineering and maths.
Maths Workshop
Design your own exhibit: A creative workshop using maths whilst engaging in environmental awareness and care and learning about animal husbandry.
Animal Anatomy Workshop
Students are introduced to marine biodiversity and different types of body structure, and adaptations. They complete a squid dissection in small groups.
Click on the link to learn about our Discover Primary Science and Maths options.
Click on the link to learn more about our Tours for schools.
Apply for the Explorers Education Programme Sept 2019.
Explorers Education Programme™ 2018-2019/20 will be announced in August 2019 to teachers and their classes in Galway.
Teachers may apply for one of the following exciting interactive modules including:
• Explorers Saltwater Aquarium in your classroom
• Explorers Marine Project
• Explorers Seashore Safari
• Explorers Marine Workshop
Teachers must complete the Explorers Education Programme™ application form which is available from your local Education Centre or from our Outreach Education officer at: education@nationalaquarium.ie
Teachers may apply for one of the following exciting interactive modules including:
• Explorers Saltwater Aquarium in your classroom
• Explorers Marine Project
• Explorers Seashore Safari
• Explorers Marine Workshop
Teachers must complete the Explorers Education Programme™ application form which is available from your local Education Centre or from our Outreach Education officer at: education@nationalaquarium.ie
