Cultivating Knowledge at the Open Food Market
Introduction
Students will visit an open food market to understand the connections between food production, consumption, and agriculture sustainability. Through hands-on experiences, they will reflect on the impact of their food choices on the environment and learn about sustainable agricultural practices.
Objectives
Potential objectives:
- Provide students with a concrete experience of sustainable agriculture.
- Encourage reflective observation and analysis of sustainable farming practices.
- Facilitate reflective observation by guiding teams to document their experiences.
- Emphasize the importance of collaborative learning and team building
- Instill a sense of responsibility for sustainable choices, promoting the use of locally sourced ingredients.
- Provide opportunities for active experimentation in real-world settings, positively impacting the community.
Learning outcomes
By the end of this learning scenario, students will be able to:
- Students will cultivate lifelong learning skills, including research, critical thinking, and the ability to apply knowledge to real-world situations.
- Community Engagement:
- Students will recognize the importance of community engagement and collaboration in fostering sustainable agricultural practices.
- Advocacy and Empowerment:
- Students will gain the tools and knowledge to become advocates for sustainable living, empowering them to make positive contributions to their communities and the broader environment.
