High Impact Practices Student Showcase Fall 2025

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Course Code

BSC

Course Number

4310

Faculty/Instructor

Dr. Linda Walters

Faculty/Instructor Email

Linda.Walters@ucf.edu

About the Author

Hi, I am Carly Chard. Along with Kate Frawley and Eduardo Sanchez, we completed a group project where we presented to a third grade class on marine pollution. We would like to thank Ms.Olivia Vonhagel and Geneva Elementary for allowing us to speak with their students and inspire them about marine conservation.

Abstract, Summary, or Creative Statement

Marine pollution is one of the most urgent environmental crises of our time, threatening the health of our oceans, the survival of marine life, and the well-being of human societies that rely on them. Our educational presentation introduced 3rd-grade students to the issue of marine pollution through creative, hands-on learning. Students built recycled fish crafts using everyday materials, played an interactive cleanup game that demonstrated the importance of removing trash and rescuing marine animals tangled in fishing lines, and helped design a classroom mural to serve as a lasting reminder of their efforts. This service-learning project not only helped us teach environmental awareness to young learners but also allowed us to apply the skills and knowledge we’ve gained in class to make a meaningful community impact. This experience offered a glimpse into the real-world outreach and educational aspects of environmental science, showing how connecting with others can inspire care and action toward protecting marine life.

Keywords

Marine Pollution; Service Learning; Leadership; Students; Marine Conservation and Restoration

Little Learners, Big Impact: Inspiring Ocean Awareness In Young Minds


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