Ocean Wonders and Marine Life
Marine science lessons introduce ocean life through creative projects and field observations.
Description : This marine science course introduces students to ocean life and the dynamics of marine ecosystems through interactive models, field observations, and multimedia explorations.
Category : Science
Age : 8+
Difficulty Level : Normal
Curriculum :
Module 1: Introduction to Ocean Science Section 1: The Ocean and Its Importance - Lesson 1: What is the Ocean? - Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 1: What is the Ocean? - Lesson 2: Why the Ocean Matters - Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 2: Why the Ocean Matters Section 2: Ocean Geography and Regions - Lesson 1: Oceans, Seas, and Regions - Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 1: Oceans, Seas, and Regions - Lesson 2: Mapping the Ocean - Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 2: Mapping the Ocean Section 3: Basic Ocean Characteristics - Lesson 1: Salinity and Water Composition - Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 1: Salinity and Water Composition - Lesson 2: Temperature and Ocean Layers - Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 2: Temperature and Ocean Layers Section 4: Forces Shaping the Ocean - Lesson 1: Ocean Currents - Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 1: Ocean Currents - Lesson 2: Tides and Waves - Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 2: Tides and Waves Section 5: Tools for Ocean Observation - Lesson 1: Using Maps and Charts - Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 1: Using Maps and Charts - Lesson 2: Basic Instruments in Ocean Science - Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 2: Basic Instruments in Ocean Science Module 2: Marine Ecosystems at Work Section 1: Introduction to Marine Ecosystems - Lesson 1: What is a Marine Ecosystem? - Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 1: What is a Marine Ecosystem? - Lesson 2: The Interdependence of Marine Life - Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 2: The Interdependence of Marine Life Section 2: Shallow-Water Habitats - Lesson 1: Coral Reefs and Their Inhabitants - Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 1: Coral Reefs and Their Inhabitants - Lesson 2: Seagrass Beds and Estuaries - Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 2: Seagrass Beds and Estuaries Section 3: Deep-Sea Ecosystems - Lesson 1: Life in the Deep Ocean - Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 1: Life in the Deep Ocean - Lesson 2: Adaptations for Deep-Sea Survival - Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 2: Adaptations for Deep-Sea Survival Section 4: The Dynamic Shoreline - Lesson 1: Intertidal Zones and Their Challenges - Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 1: Intertidal Zones and Their Challenges - Lesson 2: Coastal Habitat Diversity - Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 2: Coastal Habitat Diversity Section 5: Interactions Within Ecosystems - Lesson 1: Food Webs in the Ocean - Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 1: Food Webs in the Ocean - Lesson 2: Symbiotic Relationships - Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 2: Symbiotic Relationships Module 3: Ocean Life Forms Section 1: The Foundation of Marine Life - Lesson 1: Phytoplankton and Microscopic Life - Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 1: Phytoplankton and Microscopic Life - Lesson 2: Zooplankton: The Ocean’s Drifters - Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 2: Zooplankton: The Ocean’s Drifters Section 2: Underwater Plants and Algae - Lesson 1: Seaweed and Algae Basics - Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 1: Seaweed and Algae Basics - Lesson 2: The Role of Marine Plants in Oxygen Production - Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 2: The Role of Marine Plants in Oxygen Production Section 3: Invertebrates of the Sea - Lesson 1: Sponges, Coral, and Anemones - Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 1: Sponges, Coral, and Anemones - Lesson 2: Mollusks and Crustaceans - Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 2: Mollusks and Crustaceans Section 4: Fish and Their Adaptations - Lesson 1: Basic Fish Anatomy and Behavior - Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 1: Basic Fish Anatomy and Behavior - Lesson 2: Camouflage and Other Survival Traits - Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 2: Camouflage and Other Survival Traits Section 5: Marine Mammals and Other Vertebrates - Lesson 1: Introduction to Marine Mammals - Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 1: Introduction to Marine Mammals - Lesson 2: Reptiles and Birds Connected to the Ocean - Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 2: Reptiles and Birds Connected to the Ocean Module 4: Ocean Exploration and Observation Section 1: History of Ocean Exploration - Lesson 1: Early Discoveries on the Sea - Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 1: Early Discoveries on the Sea - Lesson 2: Pioneers of Marine Science - Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 2: Pioneers of Marine Science Section 2: Modern Tools and Technology - Lesson 1: Introduction to Sonar and Radar - Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 1: Introduction to Sonar and Radar - Lesson 2: Underwater Drones and Remote Sensing - Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 2: Underwater Drones and Remote Sensing Section 3: Field Observations and Data Collection - Lesson 1: Conducting an Ocean Survey - Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 1: Conducting an Ocean Survey - Lesson 2: Recording and Interpreting Data - Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 2: Recording and Interpreting Data Section 4: Observing Marine Life - Lesson 1: Field Trips and Virtual Tours - Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 1: Field Trips and Virtual Tours - Lesson 2: The Art of Underwater Photography - Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 2: The Art of Underwater Photography Section 5: Communication and Sharing Discoveries - Lesson 1: Presenting Marine Findings - Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 1: Presenting Marine Findings - Lesson 2: Creating Ocean Science Reports - Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 2: Creating Ocean Science Reports Module 5: Conservation and the Future of Our Oceans Section 1: Ocean Conservation Basics - Lesson 1: Why Protecting the Ocean Matters - Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 1: Why Protecting the Ocean Matters - Lesson 2: Human Impact on Marine Environments - Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 2: Human Impact on Marine Environments Section 2: Pollution and Its Effects - Lesson 1: Types of Marine Pollution - Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 1: Types of Marine Pollution - Lesson 2: How Pollution Affects Marine Life - Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 2: How Pollution Affects Marine Life Section 3: Sustainable Practices - Lesson 1: Reducing Waste and Recycling in Coastal Areas - Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 1: Reducing Waste and Recycling in Coastal Areas - Lesson 2: Responsible Fishing and Marine Policies - Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 2: Responsible Fishing and Marine Policies Section 4: Protecting Marine Habitats - Lesson 1: Marine Protected Areas - Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 1: Marine Protected Areas - Lesson 2: Community Initiatives for Ocean Health - Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 2: Community Initiatives for Ocean Health Section 5: Inspiring Future Ocean Stewards - Lesson 1: Careers in Marine Science and Conservation - Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 1: Careers in Marine Science and Conservation - Lesson 2: How Young Explorers Can Make a Difference - Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 2: How Young Explorers Can Make a Difference