Jóvenes ecologistas: cómo salvar nuestros mares combatiendo la contaminación plástica

Learners will dive into the fascinating world of oceans and discover how plastic pollution impacts marine life and ecosystems. Students will explore topics such as how plastic travels to the ocean, the harm it causes to sea animals, and what we can do to reduce its effects.  

Each week, we’ll focus on a specific aspect of ocean conservation, from understanding microplastics to creating personal action plans for reducing waste. Lessons are designed to be engaging and interactive, combining live discussions, visual aids like slides and videos, hands-on activities, and creative projects.  

The class is structured to include:  
- Interactive Discussions: I will guide conversations and encourage students to share their thoughts and ideas.  
- Visual Learning: Slides and video clips will help illustrate key concepts and real-world examples.  
- Hands-On Activities: Students will participate in fun crafts, or challenges to deepen their understanding.  
- Creative Exploration: Learners will create pictures, designs, and personal pledges to share their commitment to protecting the ocean.  

Week of:
January 5th-Week 1: Introduction to Our Oceans
Explore the importance of oceans for life on Earth.
Discuss different ocean zones and creatures.
Activity: Ocean habitat drawing.

January 12th- Week 2: What is Plastic?
Explain what plastic is and how it’s made.
Introduce different types of plastic and common uses.
Activity: "Plastic Scavenger Hunt" at home to find items made of plastic.

January 19th- Week 3: How Plastic Ends Up in the Ocean
Discuss how litter and waste travel to the ocean.
Explain concepts like currents and watersheds.
Activity: Create a simple diagram of how trash travels to the sea.

January 26th- Week 4: The Impact of Plastic on Marine Life
Learn about how plastic harms animals and ecosystems.
Share stories of marine animals affected by plastic.
Activity: Create a poster to raise awareness about protecting sea animals.

February 2nd- Week 5: Microplastics: The Tiny Problem
Simplify the concept of microplastics and where they come from.
Discuss how they affect water and marine life.
Activity: Make a mini-experiment showing how plastics break into smaller pieces 

February 9th- Week 6: What Can We Do About Plastic Pollution?
Explore solutions like recycling, reducing single-use plastics, and cleanup efforts.
Talk about how kids can make a difference.
Activity: Create a pledge or action plan to reduce plastic use at home.

February 16th- Week 7: Innovations in Fighting Plastic Pollution 
Introduce exciting new ideas, like biodegradable plastics and ocean cleanup technology.
Show examples of people and organizations making a difference.
Activity: Design a cleanup tool or invention.

February 23rd- Week 8: Celebrating Our Ocean Heroes
Recap everything learned in the series.
Celebrate students’ efforts and ideas for protecting the oceans.
Activity: "Ocean Hero" award ceremony 

My teaching style emphasizes curiosity and collaboration. I aim to create a welcoming, inclusive environment where all learners feel encouraged to ask questions and share insights. Students will have plenty of opportunities to interact with me and their classmates during live discussions and group activities.  

By the end of the course, students will not only understand the problems caused by plastic pollution but will also feel empowered to take small, meaningful steps to make a difference for our oceans and the creatures that call them home.