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GLOBE Jordan Hosts Interactive Student Activities and Competitions

Under the umbrella of continuity, innovation, and sustainable development, the GLOBE Program in Jordan organized a collaborative summer initiative involving leading excellence schools. 

The event was hosted from 20 to 22 July 2025 and included participants from: 

• King Abdullah II School for Excellence – Zarqa 
• King Abdullah II School for Excellence – Irbid 
• Shouf International Schools 

Key components of the event included:

• The launch of GLOBE Summer Competitions to deepen engagement with GLOBE protocols
• Development and implementation of GLOBE-themed educational games to foster experiential learning
• Participation of scientists from Zarqa University, offering students real-world scientific insights and mentorship
• Interactive observation-based activities inspired by core GLOBE investigations. 

The activity emphasized peer collaboration, scientific discovery, and innovation in learning design. The outcomes include: 

• Enhanced student enthusiasm for environmental exploration 
• Foundations for an academic-year plan to expand GLOBE activities 
• Strengthened partnership between schools, academia, and the national coordination office 

This initiative reaffirmed Jordan's commitment to advancing the GLOBE Program and aligning with regional and global environmental education goals. 

News origin: GLOBE Implementation Office

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