Funded by the "Gifted Education Fund," the programme recruited 30 P4-P5 students to participate. The program explores the relationship between humans and forests through diverse learning activities. Participants will also investigate how forests can help Hong Kong address climate change and achieve carbon neutrality.
Programme objectives:
- to enhance gifted students’ interest in and knowledge of ecology and biodiversity through the study of forest ecology;
- to strengthen gifted students’ understanding of forest conservation as a “nature-based solution” to combat climate change in support of Hong Kong’s goal of carbon neutrality;
- to develop and strengthen gifted students’ problem-solving skills and independent learning abilities through engaging them in scientific inquiries which involve data collection and analysis; and
- to cultivate positive values and attitudes among the gifted students such as care for nature, respect for life and civic responsibility
The course has completed successfully in January 2025!
The programme comprised of four phases. In Phase 1 through Phase 3, students engaged in a variety of learning activities, including lectures, workshops and outdoor field trips, which sparked their interest in forest ecology and strengthened their foundational knowledge of ecology and carbon neutrality.
In Phase 4, guided by instructors, students undertook group projects to examine the carbon stock and ecological value of various forest vegetation. During the closing ceremony, in addition to presenting their research findings, students proposed potential solutions for achieving carbon neutrality, thereby underscoring the importance of forest conservation to the public. Furthermore, students showcased their findings through a variety of formats, including display boards, models and storybook.
You are welcome to click on the photos below to view students’ findings. Let’s learn more about the carbon stock of local vegetation and tree diversity!
