Marine Science to the Masses
Exploring the Ocean, Empowering Minds
Conducted as a Women's Day Special in celebration of International Women's Day.
The Global STEM Education Centre at CHRIST (Deemed to be University) organized the workshop "Marine Science to the Masses: Exploring the Ocean, Empowering Minds" as part of the CM1 Year of Education Workshop Series. The session was delivered by Meg Green, a marine scientist, conservation biologist, and founder of Blue View Marine Education.
Introduction
The session began with a welcome address by Dr. Greta D'Souza from CHRIST University. She highlighted the importance of interdisciplinary learning and the need to promote environmental awareness through STEM education.
A Journey into Marine Science
In her talk, Meg Green shared her personal journey into marine science, reflecting on her experiences as a marine photographer and explorer of ocean ecosystems. She spoke about how these experiences inspired her to pursue marine conservation and later transition into education to make marine science more accessible to learners.
She also introduced the work of Blue View Marine Education, which focuses on engaging and inclusive marine education that inspires respect and understanding of ocean ecosystems. Emphasizing personalized learning, she highlighted the importance of designing educational experiences that cater to different student needs and abilities.
Impact and Participation
The workshop saw active participation from students at CHRIST University (School of Sciences and School of Engineering) and around 50 online participants from Don Bosco College of Education, Yadgir.
As the event was organized as a Women's Day Special, Meg Green's journey served as an inspiring example of the contributions of women in science and environmental education. The session concluded with leaving participants with a deeper appreciation for marine ecosystems and the importance of science communication in promoting ocean conservation.