We offer expert-led lectures and support inquiry-based learning activities in schools, universities, and youth organizations who may well shape the future, aiming to foster their interest in global environmental issues and inspire them to take action toward solving these challenges.
The program places particular emphasis on "interactive communication," providing opportunities for participants to learn proactively through dialogue, discussion, and Q&A sessions with experts and fellow participants.
As these programs are intended for schools, universities, and educational organizations in Japan, applications in English are not accepted.
If you wish to apply, please visit the Japanese-language website.
Eligibility/ Fields & Themes
Eligibility
Blue Planet Next-Generation Inquiry Program
Organizations that fall under any of the following categories:
- High schools, Colleges of Technology, universities, and other educational institutions in Japan
- Organizations affiliated with the above educational institutions
- Meetings or events organized by such educational institutions
- Extracurricular groups organized by students of such educational institutions
Elementary/junior high school students and general participants may also participate if included as part of the program.
Inquiry-Based Learning Internship
High schools in Japan
Fields & Themes
Blue Planet Next-Generation Inquiry Program
| Support Details |
The Foundation broadly invites inquiry-based learning activities related to global environmental issues. |
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| Fields & Themes |
Themes related to the achievements of past Blue Planet Prize laureates are encouraged, including: Climate change, Ecosystems, Biodiversity, Population, Resources and energy, Earth atmosphere, Environmental economics, Environmental education Participants may also explore the achievements of Blue Planet Prize laureates by keyword through the following website. |
| Formats | Various formats are possible, including combinations of the following:
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Inquiry-Based Learning Internship
| Learning |
Students will explore how everyday products and daily actions are connected to global environmental issues and consider what they can do to help realize a sustainable society. |
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| Inquiry Theme |
"Everyday Life and the Global Environment" |
| Format | Five online classes (recorded and live sessions)
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