Aquariums in the classroom

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lloyd378

lloyd378

Jack Dempsey
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Hi all,
I am new to MFK, and would like your help. I have a small aquarium in my classroom that I am being "asked" to get rid of because I teach Humanities and it doesn't relate to my subject matter (meaning I am using up too much electricity). I am wondering if anyone out there knows of studies that show the educational / health benefits of having fish tanks in classrooms. I'd really like to keep it, as it seems to mellow out my 7th graders:nilly:. Any information would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks,
lloyd378

P.S. not sure i posted this in the right section, if not, let me know where to move it and i will!
 
I don't believe that there has been any studies done to determine a direct correlation between fish tanks and learning. I, personally would be distracted by it but I can also see it having that calming effect.
 
dogofwar said:
The amount of electricity used by a small tank is negligible...

Matt
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My thoughts exactly.Whoever said that to you could not have had a straight face.Perhaps you could move the tank to the science room?


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dogofwar said:
They want you to get rid of the tank for other reasons. And/or are just trying to break your balls / control you.

Matt
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+1 maybe they feel it distracts the students. When I was in middle school my life science teacher had an Aquarium in her class room.

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Thanks everyone. I found some information that discusses the stress relieving benefits of fish tanks. Worse case scenario, I have been thinking about moving the community fish out to a friends( community fish won't do well with my cichlids at home) tank, and then sticking a betta in the current tank..... that way it's not using any power. :hitting:
 
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