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Sustainable Blue Economy learning resources for your students
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Learning resources for your classroom
The Sustainable Blue Economy encompasses a broad range of socio-cultural, environmental and economic topics. To help you explore them, the Blue Futures Pathways team has created numerous free learning resources for youth and educators:
- Online learning modules to explore various aspects of the hydrosphere with case studies, videos, group projects, quizzes, and more;
- A video series with an inquiry guide profiling ten scientists working in the Sustainable Blue Economy;
- A virtual art and science exhibition exploring the environmental and socio-cultural landscapes of the west coast of Canada;
- Many more links to relevant resources.
Scroll down to learn more about each resource or click below to register and gain instant access.
If you’d like to learn more about the Blue Futures Pathways program and how we can support educators, please contact us.
Science career video series
The Sustainable Blue Economy encompasses many sectors related to the ocean, fresh water, wastewater and the cryosphere (ice). Like any growing sector, strong and robust science is needed to underpin the decisions we make to ensure that blue growth is sustainable. We partnered with LiveIt Earth to profile ten scientists from across Canada contributing knowledge and innovation to help underpin the Sustainable Blue Economy.
We’ve also created an inquiry guide for youth to explore science careers in the Sustainable Blue Economy that may interest them. The guide includes reflection prompts, project ideas, and related resources to help youth pinpoint scientific careers they may be interested in.
Click here to learn more about the videos.
Register here to access the video series, inquiry guide, and other resources
Interactive online learning modules
Blue Futures Pathways offers a series of interactive, online and on-demand learning resources exploring different aspects of the Sustainable Blue Economy. Each module will prompt you to think about the issues related to our ocean and water, and allow you to examine the career pathways of diverse professionals. Carefully curated to explore the Sustainable Blue Economy through both Western science and Indigenous Knowledge Systems, these free modules will introduce youth to inspiring individuals and new ideas.
Topics covered:
- Marine water
- Fresh water
- Wastewater
- The cryosphere
- UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Careers in the SBE
- Much more…
Content includes:
- Case studies & interviews
- On-line discussion board
- Videos
- Quizzes
- Art and poetry
- Project-based learning
- Opportunities to get involved
Learn more about the learning modules
Register here to access the learning modules and other resources
Coastal Conversations
Coastal Conversations presents a selection of works stemming from a month spent sailing down Canada’s Pacific coastline as part of Canada C3, an expedition to mark the 150th anniversary of Confederation in 2017. The art, photography, video, music and science are inspired by Canada’s ever-evolving environmental and socio-cultural landscapes, as well as from dialogue between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples.
In collaboration with our partners, we have created a science inquiry guide for you to explore the Coastal Conversations exhibition with your students. The guide includes discussion questions, activity ideas, and prompts for students to reflect upon. Check it out below.
Youth on Board Stories
Youth on Board the Sustainable Blue Economy highlights stories from young people involved, to showcase the breadth of pathways and inspire youth to pursue careers in the ocean and water sectors. Educators can share these stories with students to inspire them and to open up discussions about the numerous career possibilities within the ocean and water sectors.
Ready to use these resources in your classroom?
If these resources seem perfect for your classroom, please register to access them using the form below. Our funders require us to report statistics on the youth using our learning resources. The information you provide will not be linked to your name, school, or students when reporting to our funders.
Workshops for Northern Communities
Blue Futures Pathways is partnered with Connected North to deliver virtual workshop sessions to students in Northern and remote communities. Visit our Connected North page to request a session! Please note you must have a Connected North account to view and book our sessions. These workshops are aimed at students in grades 9-12 and CÉGEP.
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Request a BFP Workshop
Blue Futures Pathways offers professional and soft skills workshops such as resume-building and interview skills, networking, and workplace communication. We also offer EDI workshops on topics such as gender equity and inclusive workplaces. Recommended for Grade 12 and above.
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