University students cruise into higher education
China DailyImagine having classes while cruising the open sea. The elective course of Ocean Scientific Expedition and Practical Experience, launched by the Ocean University of China in 2020, is open to teachers and students from universities and research institutes across China. "The classes aboard Dongfanghong 3 felt like a close-knit community, where students from different disciplines could share thoughts and ideas. "We want young students to understand the oceans correctly and foster a deeper connection to the sea, while also sparking their interest in scientific exploration," said Chen, who is also vice-director of the Key Laboratory of Physical Oceanography of the Ministry of Education. Students also participate in hands-on scientific research, including tasks such as measuring ocean temperature and salinity, as well as observing marine organisms under a microscope.