Project

Project science popularization 'Planet Earth' no. PA / 2008/042 Do stones lead a own life?

Code
174M0109
Duration
15 December 2008 → 15 December 2011
Funding
Regional and community funding: various
Research disciplines
  • Natural sciences
    • Applied mathematics in specific fields
    • Geophysics
    • Physical geography and environmental geoscience
    • Other earth sciences
    • Ecology
    • Aquatic sciences, challenges and pollution
    • Environmental science and management
    • Other environmental sciences
  • Engineering and technology
    • Geomatic engineering
Keywords
earth sciences
 
Project description

Pitch Leiden stones own life? ... Or how young people actively discover that stones have a greater impact on their daily lives than they suspect. Concept Planet Earth is a virtual expedition that through a proper selection information via a digital learning project, a problem-based character, inter- and multidisciplinary, and a competition element combines an attractive shape and an extensive contact with professional marine scientists. In 'Planet Earth' is a competitive element to immerse young people in science and turn to creatively tackle real-life problems.