About the Project

The project aims to contribute to fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of Biodiversity among European students using STEAM approaches.

By integrating Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) into Biodiversity education, this project offers a holistic approach that not only educates students about the importance of biodiversity conservation but also nurtures their critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity skills.

As educators are passionate about environmental stewardship and interdisciplinary learning, we are committed to leveraging innovative pedagogical approaches to empower students to become active agents of positive change in their communities and stewards of our planet's rich biodiversity.

The project addresses the need for integrated, engaging, and culturally inclusive Biodiversity education. By integrating STEAM elements, it promotes active learning, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills while empowering students to become agents of change.

Through collaboration among European schools, the project fosters the exchange of best practices and resources, contributing to a more environmentally literate and proactive generation.

Objectives & Aims

The project objectives are:

  • to integrate biodiversity education in the primary school curricula, specifically in the steam subjects
  • establish synergic energies among actors and stakeholders within and outside primary schools to ensure the

The project aims at:

  • Effective integration of biodiversity education in the curricular offer
  • The project supports schools across Europe to integrate biodiversity challenges in the curricula and build young people's environmental knowledge and skills to promote changes

Outputs

The project involves the creation of:

  • 25 lesson plans to support steam teachers to integrate biodiversity education in the primary school curricula
  • one transnational mobility for teachers in Portugal
  • a MOOC course for steam teachers to build their knowledge on how to integrate biodiversity education in their lessons
  • an international work-based learning experience for three teachers in training to carry out their theses research
  • handbook and conference for decision makers

Contributions

The project made significant contributions across multiple domains, including:

  • environment and fight against climate change: by integrating biodiversity education into the curriculum using a steam approach, the project raised awareness about the importance of preserving biodiversity and its role in mitigating climate change. Teachers at the current stage and students within its implementation learned about ecosystems, species conservation, and the impact of human activities on the environment, empowering them to become environmentally conscious citizens who can advocate for sustainable practices in their communities
  • promoting interest and excellence in stem and the steam approach: through hands-on, interdisciplinary learning experiences, the project fostered teachers’ and during the implementation, students' interest in and proficiency in stem subjects, particularly biology and environmental science. By incorporating arts and creativity into the curriculum, the steam approach made these subjects more engaging and accessible to a wider range of learners, promoting excellence and innovation in stem education
  • supporting teachers, school leaders, and other teaching professions: the project provides professional development opportunities for teachers and school leaders to enhance their pedagogical skills and knowledge in biodiversity education and the steam approach. By equipping educators with innovative teaching strategies, resources, and materials, the project empowered them to deliver high-quality, engaging lessons that inspire students' curiosity and foster their learning. Additionally, the collaborative nature of the project facilitated knowledge sharing and networking among teaching professionals, creating a supportive community of practice dedicated to advancing biodiversity education in European schools

Project Partners

ArtéTeka ltd

Ireland

Casa do Professor

Portugal

Istituto comprensivo ai Campi Elisi Trieste

Italy

Lambda Twelve

Greece

Maria Konopnicka`s Primary School in Mroków

Poland

RENCTAS

Brazil