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Subjects:
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Science
Currents. Earth science. Life Science. Marine biology. Marine mammals. Oceanography. Oceans. Sea floor. Tides. Waves. |
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Integrated/interdisciplinary approaches
Art. Language arts. Mathematics. Social sciences. |
Resource Type:
Lessons & activities; Resource materials for math or science. Media Type:
Internet resource.
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Abstract:
This Internet site, maintained by the Naval Meteorology and Oceanography Command for grades K to 12 teachers and students, offers general information, educational materials, and activities about oceanography. Sea Searcher, a database, allows users to search for topics of specific interest. The Students' Sea of Knowledge section contains ocean trivia, frequently asked questions about the ocean and its marine life, an online quiz, and career information. The Teacher's Realm contains lesson plans and information on educational programs about oceanography. The lesson plans, designed to show students how scientists and laymen interact with the ocean environment, integrate the study of science, math, social studies, physical education, art, and language arts through the application of oceanography topics. Each lesson plan includes learning objectives, a list of materials, background information, a procedure, and student worksheets.
In one activity, students explore how a whale can bring the heat back into its body core without losing heat by modeling the whale's blood flow using the counter current system. Students also create a mural of ocean life, demonstrate how fish avoid predators through quick physical movements, and compare the feeding rates of whales to humans. A search engine and links to oceanography-related sites are also provided. Abstracted updated 09/04. (Author/LCT/ALK)
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