
Exploring Biotech in the Wild: A Practical Approach for Educators
Discover how biotechnology tackles environmental challenges in this hands-on course for educators. Explore microorganisms' role in everyday products, engage in outdoor activities, and inspire future innovators!
Description
In a world facing environmental challenges, biotechnology offers innovative and sustainable solutions. This course introduces educators to the fundamentals of biotechnology applied to sustainability, demonstrating how microorganisms contribute to the production of everyday items like bread, yogurt, and soap. Alongside theoretical knowledge, participants will engage in outdoor activities that provide hands-on, experiential learning. These activities will include hiking, teamwork challenges, and sustainable design projects that apply biotechnological principles in the natural world. Through creative problem-solving, gamified learning strategies, and real-world applications, participants will explore ways to integrate biotechnology concepts into education while fostering curiosity, critical thinking, innovation, and teamwork.By the end of the course, educators will be equipped with practical knowledge and engaging methodologies to inspire students in sustainability and science.
ºìÌÒÊÓÆµing objectives
- Understand the Basics of Biotechnology and Sustainability
1.1. ºìÌÒÊÓÆµ how microorganisms contribute to sustainable production processes.
1.2. Identify applications of biotechnology in environmental conservation. - Develop Problem-Solving and Innovation Skills
2.1. Apply Design Thinking to address environmental challenges.
2.2. Use recycled materials to prototype sustainable solutions. - Enhance Creativity and Engagement in Science Education
3.1. Explore gamification techniques for teaching science.
3.2. Participate in interactive activities that promote curiosity and engagement. - Encourage Reflection and Critical Thinking
4.1. Engage in guided discussions on the role of biotechnology in sustainability.
4.2. Analyze real-world case studies on innovative biotechnological solutions. - Exchange Knowledge and Best Practices
5.1. Share teaching strategies with other educators.
5.2. Discuss how to integrate sustainability topics into different curricula.
Methodology & assessment
Key methodologies include:
Experiential ºìÌÒÊÓÆµing: Hands-on activities to demonstrate biotechnological processes.
Design Thinking: A structured problem-solving approach applied to sustainability challenges.
Gamification: Incorporating game-based learning strategies to make science education more accessible.
Outdoor Activities: Engaging participants with nature through hiking, eco-challenges, and sustainable innovation.
Reflective Discussions
Materials, digital tools & other learning resources
At the end of the course, participants will be provided with the course-related material.
Certification details
Assistance certificate
Europass Mobility Certificate
Pricing, packages and other information
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Price:500Euro
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Course package content:
What is included in the price:
Presentation day
5 days of clases (25h)
Course materials
Certificate of attendance
Administration costs
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Additional information:Description of the services and activities included in the course package (such as accommodation, meals, transport) or available at extra cost.
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Cancellation & changes:
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Additional information
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Language:English
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Target audience ISCED:Lower secondary education (ISCED 2)Upper secondary education (ISCED 3)Post-secondary non-tertiary education (ISCED 4)
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Target audience type:TeacherStudent TeacherTeacher Educator
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ºìÌÒÊÓÆµing time:25 hours or more
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