City-Sparkasse Solingen and the Biological Station Mittlere Wupper initiate a collaborative educational venture
Solingen Sparkasse and Biological Station Launch Biodiversity Education Project for Secondary Schools
Solingen, Germany – The Solingen Sparkasse, a local savings bank, and the Biological Station Middle Wupper have joined forces to launch an exciting educational project focused on biodiversity. Titled "BIDI – Shaping habitats together – Experiencing biodiversity," this initiative aims to engage secondary school students in Solingen with hands-on learning about the importance of biodiversity and the local ecosystem.
Project Overview
The purpose of the BIDI project is to provide students with experiential learning opportunities through practical activities such as habitat creation, species observation, and data collection. The project is designed to foster a deeper understanding of biodiversity and its significance in maintaining healthy ecosystems.
Key Components
The BIDI project consists of several modules, including:
- Introduction to Biodiversity: Workshops or presentations explaining the concepts of biodiversity, the importance of ecosystems, and local species.
- Field Work: Guided excursions to natural habitats around Solingen to observe and document wildlife.
- Habitat Shaping Activities: Practical sessions where students help create or improve habitats, such as planting native species, building insect hotels, and clearing invasive plants.
- Data Collection and Analysis: Students collect data on species presence or habitat conditions and learn basic ecological monitoring techniques.
- Reflection and Presentation: Opportunities for students to share their findings and experiences through presentations or reports.
Registration and Participation
Secondary schools located in Solingen can participate in the BIDI project by contacting the Biological Station Middle Wupper directly to express interest and receive materials. Registration deadlines are usually ahead of the school year or specific program period, with the current deadline being February 28.
Additional Information
The BIDI project aligns with school curricula and supports practical, outdoor learning. Solingen Sparkasse often provides funding and logistical support to enable free or low-cost participation for schools. The Biological Station Middle Wupper offers expertise and professional staff to guide activities.
Dr. Jan Boomers, director of the Biological Station, has expressed his enthusiasm for the project, and Andreas Tangemann, deputy member of the board of the Solingen Sparkasse, emphasizes their commitment to biodiversity education. Four schools have already registered for the project, including the August-Dicke School.
For further information and registration regarding the BIDI project, please contact Linda Eiermann at 0212 / 286 - 2858 or [email protected]. The Biological Station Middle Wupper is a knowledgeable partner for the Solingen Sparkasse in this endeavour, and they look forward to welcoming more schools to the BIDI project.
- This biodiversity education project launched by Solingen Sparkasse and the Biological Station, titled "BIDI – Shaping habitats together – Experiencing biodiversity," is an excellent opportunity for secondary school students to engage in hands-on learning about environmental-science, which falls under the category of education-and-self-development and involves activities like habitat creation, species observation, data collection, and reflection.
- The BIDI project, also designed to support practical, outdoor learning, serves as a valuable resource for students' science education, as they receive guidance from the Biological Station Middle Wupper's professional staff while learning the importance of biodiversity and maintaining healthy ecosystems.
