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Lesson Plan
PBS

Pbs Teachers: Predator Protector Game Lesson

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Describe the habitat, food web and ecosystem of shark species. Identify threats to sharks and explore how top predators help to maintain the balance of nature within ecosystems. This lesson plan also contains an interactive game.
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PBS

Pbs: Secrets of the Ocean Realm

For Students 9th - 10th
At this site students can read about sea creatures and ocean plant life, and see pictures of each.
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Handout
Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution

Woods Hole Oceanographic Institute: Where Can I Get Answers About Oceanography?

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides answers to frequently asked questions about oceanography. Find out more about ocean science by following the link above. What is the difference between oceanography and marine biology?
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Other

Reef Base

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a database on coral reefs where you can access coral reef data, take quizzes on corals, view images, get maps of reefs and more.
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Other

National Oceanography Centre, Southampton

For Students 9th - 10th
Study the world of Oceanography at Southampton Centre and learn about earth science ocean engineering, and seafloor processes, along with getting class courses and schedules
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Interactive
Other

Discovery Kids: Jimi Rock Undersea Adventures

For Students 3rd - 5th
Students can learn about the world's oceans in this safe, online, undersea world. Visit virtual dive sites, create characters, and play aquatic-themed games. Students can play some games free, or they can sign up for a membership for a...
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Unit Plan
Other

Rutgers Marine & Coastal Sciences: Cool Classroom

For Students 9th - 10th
Students and teachers can explore the work of marine scientists and observe the ocean from their computers. Learn about Rutgers Coastal Ocean Observation Laboratory, discover why oceanography is important, and see what life is like in...
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Interactive
NOAA

Noaa: Imagery Portal

For Students 9th - 10th
NOAA View provides access to maps of NOAA data from a variety of satellite, model, and other analysis sources. NOAA View is intended as an education and outreach tool and is not an official source of NOAA data for decision support or...
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Activity
Other

Beloit College: K 12 Geology

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This is a good source of basic information about density currents in water. It includes simple activities you can do to demonstrate these currents.
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Other

Quoddy Loop: Tides

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource gives an in-depth description of the Quoddy Loop of Islands within the Bay of Fundy. This area has the greatest tidal range in the world. Learn what causes these massive tides.
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Activity
The Franklin Institute

In Quiry Almanack: Undersea and Oversee

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Dive into a greater understanding of the oceans by tagging along on this exploration of the oceans.
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Unit Plan
San Diego State University

San Diego State University: Researching Research

For Teachers 6th - 8th
This comprehensive unit site from the San Diego State University is geared towards seventh grade math and science students. "Students will chose a research project currently in progress and research it using traditional techniques, the...
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Handout
Texas A&M University

Ocean World: Satellite Oceanography

For Students 9th - 10th
What does a satellite in space have to do with the oceans? Discover the answer to this question as well as uncover some interesting facts about satellites at this site.
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Handout
Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Australian Broadcasting Corporation: Oceans Alive: Cool, Wet Facts

For Students 9th - 10th
Did you know that turtles migrate 1400 miles to lay their eggs? Did you know that penguins swim underwater at 55 MPH? Click on this site to learn more interesting facts.
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Handout
Other

Dictionary: Kids: Bathyal Zone

For Students 1st - 6th
This resource offers a brief definition of the bathyal zone.
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PPT
Other

Lunar and Planetary Institute: Oceans From Space

For Students 9th - 10th
This collection of photographs from space-shuttle missions shows some features of oceanic circulation that simply cannot be seen from any other vantage point. This site is a great resource for many different topics of study.
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Graphic
National Geographic

National Geographic: Geostories: Ocean Exploration

For Students 5th - 9th
This Geostory illustrates pivotal events in undersea understanding.
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Website
National Women's Hall of Fame

National Women's Hall of Fame: Sylvia Earle

For Students 9th - 10th
Inducted into the Women's Hall of Fame in 2000, Sylvia Earle is an internationally recognized marine biologist, author, and oceanographer. Here you can read about her most adventurous and fascinating life.
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Lesson Plan
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College

Serc: Melting Ice Cubes

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This activity helps students understand how the melting of ice cubes floating in water is influenced by the salinity of the water. It will introduce the concept of density and density driven currents and provide practice in using the...
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Website
University of California

Scripps Institution of Oceanography

For Students 9th - 10th
Scripps Institution of Oceanography is one of the oldest, largest, and most important centers for marine science research. Their site provides up-to-date news headlines pertaining to oceanography, research conducted by the institute,...
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Unit Plan
NASA

Nasa: Climate Kids: What Is Happening in the Ocean?

For Students 3rd - 8th
Find out why the oceans on Earth are so vital to the cycling of matter and energy through its spheres.
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PPT
NASA

Nasa: Climate Kids: Gallery of Oceans

For Students 3rd - 8th
A collection of images showing Earth's oceans and how they are affected by climate change.
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Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Earth Science: Branches of Earth Science

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Overview of the major branches of Earth Science.
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Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Earth Science: Branches of Earth Science

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Overview of the major branches of Earth Science.