The course includes a classroom session where, through videos, slides and experiments, the Marine Biologist will explain the secrets of the Mediterranean Sea, in particular those of the waters surrounding Malta.
The students will then have the opportunity to re-elaborate the information received together with the artist; Sara, and transform the scientific notions into Art. In this way, learning becomes fun, simple and helps the children to turn thoughts into emotions.
Day 1 @Takeoff (University) 9am – 1pm
The first day will consist of an in-class session where through videos, audio, experiments and other resources, the organisers shall discover, through fun activities that involve the kids. They will learn through the use of different materials and methods used for the collection of scientific data. This in-class session will be a preparation for the practical session held on the second day, the on-site “field work” experience.
Day 2- @ the beach in Ä nejna or Għadira bay
9am – 1pm
Meeting with the young ScientArtists at the beach where students can learn to recognize the main marine organisms, animals, plants, their adaptations and some nice curiosities through practical and direct experiments and Artistic activities.
With the activity “the great search” the students, divided into groups, will explore the beach in search of some elements that will be useful during the re-elaboration phase of the information recognizing the differences between a mollusc or a crustacean, understanding what influences the colour of the sea or how a beach is formed. The materials found – whether natural or man-made will be identified and then used to create a 2D or 3D art piece
Hosted by EcoMarine Malta Academy
Venue: Eco Marine Malta
Date & Time: 24 Apr at 9am – 25 Apr at 1pm