Senior Lecturer Latheefa Usman and 03 Students from the Bachelor of Teaching (Secondary) programme conducted fieldwork as part of the Teaching and Learning of Biology module at Central Park, Hulhumalé, and the beach area of Hulhumalé Phase I on 28th May 2025.

The fieldwork provided students with authentic, inquiry-based and experiential learning opportunities, enabling them to observe biodiversity, ecosystems, and ecological interactions within local environments. The activity also demonstrated how local natural environments can be effectively utilised as teaching and learning resources, helping future teachers connect biological concepts with real-world experiences.

Through direct observation and exploration, students developed greater awareness of environmental sustainability, climate resilience, coastal and marine ecosystems, terrestrial biodiversity, and ecosystem conservation. The fieldwork encouraged responsible environmental stewardship and strengthened understanding of the importance of protecting natural ecosystems and biodiversity.

The activity also promoted quality and inclusive education by providing practical, learner-centred experiences beyond the classroom. By connecting biological knowledge with local environmental contexts, the fieldwork equipped future educators with practical approaches to incorporating experiential learning, environmental education, sustainability, and conservation into their future teaching practices.