Place-Based Education for Ocean Literacy: Fostering Ocean Literacy and Place Attachment through short film

This study explores the construction and transmission of marine images and imaginaries through a Place-Based Education (PBE) framework. It involves university students in the creation of short films focusing on their personal connections to the sea. The research explores the role of digital storytelling in shaping perceptions and fostering attachments to marine environments, using the 5E model for project design and evaluation. Data collection included pre- and post-project questionnaires, qualitative assessments of the short films, and reflections on the viewing experience. The findings highlight the transformative potential of visual storytelling in the creation of emotional and cultural connections with the sea. The study highlights the importance of using digital media to cultivate ocean literacy and citizenship, and emphasizes the power of imagery and imagination to enrich our relationship with the marine world. The report concludes by highlighting the importance of using digital media to promote marine education and civic engagement, emphasizing the power of images and imagination to enhance our relationship with the ocean.