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PTC-CSJ Wraps Up My Ship My World 2024
November 22, 2024
After four weeks of fruitful email exchanges from September 30 to October 25 among 120 Grade 6 teachers and 53 ship officers from 17 PTC Principals, My Ship My World (MSMW) 2024 was successfully completed in 41 public elementary schools in Malabon, Muntinlupa and Quezon City. Together, these teachers reached more than 13,500 students who benefited from the program.
MSMW aimed to introduce shipping and its benefits to young students to hopefully encourage them to pursue a maritime career. Every week, the ship officers answered questions focused on basic concepts in Math, Science, English and Social Studies and how they are applied on ships and shipping. They also shared glimpses of their lives and experiences on board. The teachers then integrated these into the weekly lesson plans and discussed them in their classes. Through MSMW, the teachers and students alike appreciated very much the value of real-world applications of basic theoretical concepts and the impact of experiential learning. Some reflections/comments from teachers, ship officers and students are noted below. Math teacher’s reflections: This week we discussed how percentages are used in the shipping industry—specifically for calculating profit margins, fuel efficiency, and cargo distribution. Social Studies teacher’s reflections: Integrating MSMW into my Social Studies curriculum provided a remarkable opportunity for students to connect historical concepts with the contemporary maritime industry. Through the valuable correspondence with my Captain, students gained first-hand insights on the challenges faced by the shipping sector, such as environmental concerns, the importance of technological adaptation, and the welfare of crew members. Comments from ship officers:
Finally, an insightful reflection from a Grade 6 student: News Archives:
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