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The Department of Education (DepEd) and OceanX, a non-profit organization focused on ocean exploration, have partnered to provide an “immersive ocean education” to Filipino learners, highlighting the importance of conservation and research. Handout/DepEd

The Department of Education (DepEd) and OceanX, a non-profit organization focused on ocean exploration, have partnered to provide an “immersive ocean education” to Filipino learners, highlighting the importance of conservation and research.

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<div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1737362231014viber_image_2025-01-20_16-09-50-423.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" alt="The Department of Education (DepEd) and OceanX, a non-profit organization focused on ocean exploration, have partnered to provide an “immersive ocean education” to Filipino learners, highlighting the importance of conservation and research. Handout/DepEd"/>The Department of Education (DepEd) and OceanX, a non-profit organization focused on ocean exploration, have partnered to provide an “immersive ocean education” to Filipino learners, highlighting the importance of conservation and research. Handout/DepEd</div>MANILA – The Department of Education (DepEd) and OceanX, a non-profit organization focused on ocean exploration, have partnered to provide an “immersive ocean education” to Filipino learners, highlighting the importance of conservation and research.In a statement, the DepEd said it signed a memorandum of agreement with the US-based firm which sought to provide opportunities on science expeditions using the OceanXplorer research vessel – considered one of the most advanced research and media vessels in the world – as well as other programs.Aside from this, OceanX will develop “in-port activations” for students for a hands-on learning experience featuring the work of marine scientists in ocean conservation and research.“OceanX offers Filipino youth with unique learning opportunities through its Young Explorers Program and the Early Careers Explorers Program. These initiatives provide immersive, multi-day experiences featuring expert-led sessions in the marine science industry,” the statement read.“Education Secretary Sonny Angara himself boarded the OceanXplorer, the world’s most advanced research and media vessel, for a tour at the Manila South Port last year,” it added.DepEd said under the partnership with OceanX, they would offer two programs: the Young Explorers Program and the Early Career Explorers Program.The Young Explorers Program, the agency said, is designed for learners between ages 18 and 24.This will offer workshops, activities, and independent study to provide foundational knowledge and skills on ocean science, marine operations, and digital media storytelling. They can send their applications through this <a href="https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/fbdd036191ce498ab6d2e00a65e5fadf">link</a>. The Early Career Explorers Program, meanwhile, is designed for early career professionals aged over 25 with “less than five years of professional experience.”This program enables them to collaborate with peers and renowned faculty to deepen their knowledge about ocean exploration and strengthen their career’s impact on ocean advocacy,” the statement read.Interested individuals for the program can apply through this <a href="https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/6b8a1559e0524f00b897c5bcfb275d66">link</a>.OceanX will cover the travel expenses, airfare, accommodations, and travel allowances of successful applicants. It also reminded them that their passport should be valid through March 2026.

The Department of Education (DepEd) and OceanX, a non-profit organization focused on ocean exploration, have partnered to provide an “immersive ocean education” to Filipino learners, highlighting the importance of conservation and research.

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DepEd, OceanX partner for ‘immersive ocean education’ to PH students

Job Manahan,

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Published Jan 20, 2025 04:39 PM PHT

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