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EXPLORING OCEAN MYSTERIES CURRICULUM“There are seven principles of ocean literacy including: the ocean is a major influence on weather and climate; and the ocean and humans are inextricably interconnected. The Ocean Mysteries Curriculum makes it easy to teach the seven principles while meeting NGSS, Common Core and Climate Literacy Standards.”
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Save Our Coral ReefsUsing this tool, students will practice and deepen their understanding of coral reef basics, what is contributing to their loss, and what is being done to preserve this resource
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Carbonated CommunitiesThrough cutting-edge scientific research, students are introduced to climate change’s effects on the intertidal (ocean acidification and temperature increase) and what is known about how ocean organisms are impacted.
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Carbon CafeIn this lesson students learn about the effects of different diets and foods on our Climate Crisis and how to make positive changes
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What's the bigger pictureIn this lesson, students combine art and science to interpret and illustrate graphical art. In this way, students will building understanding of the power of data infused art to convey the "bigger picture" of climate change.
"Hot issues such as climate change may not be the subjects of contention within the scientific community, but it seems clear that the science is not being communicated in a way that has the necessary impact. Although art cannot directly communicate science or change minds, it can create a space for dialogue around difficult issues" - Kieniewicz
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What We Can Learn from a Green Ninja
Everyone thinks about the carbon footprint of their favorite burrito, right? Maybe not—BUT!… Dr. Eugene Cordero, a self-proclaimed “burrito connoisseur,” certainly does.
What We Can Learn from a Green Ninja
Everyone thinks about the carbon footprint of their favorite burrito, right? Maybe not—BUT!… Dr. Eugene Cordero, a self-proclaimed “burrito connoisseur,” certainly does.
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The Demand for Climate Change Education
Youth who have been educated about climate change will have a better understanding of the realities of climate change and be more empowered to create possible solutions.
The Demand for Climate Change Education
Youth who have been educated about climate change will have a better understanding of the realities of climate change and be more empowered to create possible solutions.
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Integrating Climate Education into Schools
In some states, when a student asks their teacher about ocean acidification, their teacher may struggle to address the question in instructional detail.
Integrating Climate Education into Schools
In some states, when a student asks their teacher about ocean acidification, their teacher may struggle to address the question in instructional detail.