Over the last few decades Ghana has seen a rise in environmental degradation such as pollution, deforestation and land degradation. These have been driven by urbanisation, industrialisation, carbon emissions and waste burning. Environmental problems have an impact on public health and the economy. One path to finding solutions is geoscience education, but it’s lacking in the curriculum of Ghana’s schools. Geoscientist Marian Selorm Sapah has published research on the subject. She explains that geoscience education is closely related to everyday experiences, and it can help develop the skills that people need to make wise decisions about the world we live in.
What is geoscience education?
Geoscience education is the study and teaching of earth sciences. The disciplines include geology, hydrology, atmospheric science, environmental science and marine science. Geoscience education conveys knowledge about Earth’s structure, processes and history. It explains the interactions between the planet and all who live on it.
