Activity 1: Getting to know each other, their schools, and their environment | |
Learning methods: | After the welcoming by the board of directors, and visit the school, there will be ice breaking activities for students to get to know each other. A scavenger hunt activity around the school and its gardens. |
Learning outcomes: | Students will develop teamwork, communication, and interpersonal skills. They will discover and analyse the school surrounding and the ecosystem of the school environment. |
Activity 2: Learning traditions & Art craft | |
Learning methods: | The art workshop is to be done with recycling materials that usually can harmly affect our environment. After analysing how harmful this material can be, students reuse it to create a piece of art: a visual poem to celebrate Sant Jordi tradition. The walk to different outdoor stalls around the city and the poem reading activity allow students to get immersed into a tradition manifestation of Catalan culture. |
Learning outcomes: | Analyze the different materials which can be recycle and raising awareness of their reuse. Enhance creativity by means of sustainable art. |
Activity 3: Sea Watchers | |
Learning methods: | Students go to the beach to collect come samples of sand. They analyse the presence of micro plastic in it. From the analysis they find out data that is sent to get some results. Students play their scientist role with the procedure of this research. They will create and infographic or poster detailing their research and result. |
Learning outcomes: | This hand-on learning experience which will promote their critical thinking, problem solving and creativity in a real-world context, helps to foster a deeper understanding of scientific method, and increase their knowledge of basic biology and the scientific method. It encourages interaction and team working. |
Activity 4: Discovering Catalan Mediterranean Ecosystem | |
Learning methods: | Visit and workshop at CRAM, the first marine animal rehabilitation centre in the Mediterranean. This non-profit entity is dedicated to the protection of the marine environment and the species that inhabit it. Its lines of action include the clinical care and rescue of marine fauna, research and conservation of marine species and ecosystems, and raising awareness in favour of the conservation of our seas and oceans. |
Learning outcomes: | This activity provides an immersive experience of the natural world of the Mediterranean Sea ecosystem. It allows pupils to develop understanding and take decisions, which are related to the sustainable society. Moreover, it enhances observation skills among the students. |
Activity 5: Cultural heritage | |
Learning methods: | Students walk around Barcelona to spot some of the most representative historical and outstanding monuments. Through some explanations, guided visits and discovery activities, students find out the cultural heritage of Barcelona |
Learning outcomes: | Generate interest in history, historical events, and art through observation. Increase curiosity to know more about the culture. Compare art of both countries and their reality. |