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Overall, the day had been a grand success as it had stimulated the
creativity of all students as they worked as a team to spread
awareness about the Ocean Conservation.
Prepared By
Tara Shaju
Class Teacher:11-A

The Objectives of Drop-Down Day on the topic “WATER CONSERVATION” for 12 A

was: - GRADE 12-A
➢ To aid students in applying their knowledge in real-life.
➢ To liberate students from the burden of ‘bookish learning’

➢ To create a thorough awareness among students about Ocean,
Ocean Conservation, Ocean Management and Ocean Pollution.

The different tasks of the event were distributed in groups of four and one group was made
in-charge of overseeing the smooth functioning of the entire day.

The day began with the First group (in-charge group) explaining what Drop Down Day is; clarifying
that it is a day for students to free themselves from books and apply their knowledge to discuss
solve real-world problems. They elaborated on the concept of Ocean Conservation and its
and
objectives: - Conservation of terrestrial, marine and avian life, Paying special attention to animals.
The session was concluded by conducting an on the spot ‘water conservation’ badge making activity

planned by the students and the time allotted was 20 minutes. At the end of the activity students
were asked to wear the badges to represent their creativity and thought process.

The second group handled topic of ‘Causes of Ocean Pollution’. Some of the causes described by

this group were Sewage, Toxic Chemicals from industries, Plastics, Oil Spillage, Ocean Mining and
Acid Rain. There were class discussions held on how to treat Toxic chemicals from Industries
immediately after the sub-topic was explained. Some of the solutions provided by students were

described as to create more Treatment Plants and provide larger funding for Research and
Development. Students also described a situation of ‘Metaphorical Cooling’ created through their

imagination.
Harmful effects of Ocean mining were discussed scientifically among all students; where students

came to know that the mining for silver, gold and copper creates sulphide deposits affecting the
pH level of ocean and safety of marine life.
At
the end of the second group’s presentation further home assignment was given to students
posing the question- Which branch of Science does Oil spillage primarily belong to?

The following part of the event was handled by the third group delving in the sub- topic- ‘What
happens if We Don’t protect our ocean?’. They tackled the following vital points that take primary
precedents in Ocean Conservation: -

• Importance of taking care of our eco system i.e. ‘our peers’ or ‘little ones’.
• Ocean provides required renewable energy i.e. generating electricity from waves and tides.

• Marines life especially fishes provide 20% percentage of our protein intake.
• Oceans affect weather and climate.
• Ocean influences our health and well-being.
At the end of this session, students shared instances of seeing the effect of lack of Ocean

Conservation in real-life. The fourth and final group presented their topic- Prevention of Ocean
Pollution and Ocean Management. Their presentation included details about the concept of Ocean

Management. Prevention of Ocean Pollution was also discussed clearly. The Fourth group ended
their presentation with a logo making contest. The last part of the event included a session

presided by the first group (in-charge group) where various mind-jogging and recreational
activities were conducted.
Pa rt of those activities was a Quiz, with the time allotment of 10 minutes. After the Quiz, a ‘chain
game’ was played where students were required to utter a word correlating to ‘Ocean’. The time
limit was 5 minutes. After this, students of the class were shown videos relating to ‘Ocean

Conservation’ for the better edification topics discussed above.
After the video clips, students were allotted 20 minutes to prepare on the spot

posters depicting their thoughts, knowledge and new learning of the day. These
posters were later on displayed on the class bulletin board. The final part of the

entire event included a ceremonious plenary where all knowledge was cross
checked. At the end of the day, students thoroughly enjoyed this learning experience wherein

they not only gained knowledge but were provided with the opportunity to apply that very same
knowledge. The objectives stated above were achieved by all students. Minimalistic Teacher’s

involvement and aid was much appreciated, recognized and indulged by the students which
allowed the students to open themselves and their existing intellect to more ideas and ways of

expression.

Prepared by: - Miss. Minhaj ul Noor (12-A)

. These videos included depiction of following facts:-