Workshop on the ways and means to introduce socially responsible programs into the university geology curriculum that aims to make the students aware that geological knowledge is not only a technical pathway to qualifications and employment but also to have the capability to engage society, as geologists are often the first point of contact with communities in their research and work. A practical way to apply this in their studies is in the field where students putting their theory to practice utilise some of their time to reach out to the local community and invite and inform them to be stakeholders in the project. This could be introduced in the first year on geological field trips and as the student progresses to their final year, the field project report and thesis would include an important community relationship component. This experience will lead to graduate geologists with additional, important social responsibility and ethical professional qualifications that will serve them, their communities and country well into the future for sustainable outcomes. Workshop topics could include a) courses available that would fit in with the new curriculum development, b) additional skills required by the staff and student supervisor, c) how to bridge the gap in communication between the students, staff and local communities, d) the role of outside experts if required from Government and Industry and e) input from Civil Society on the needs for this concept.
Name | Organisation | Email address |
Dr Mike Katz | Mineral Development | mikekatz320@gmail.com |
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