Resources for teachers and marine science educators
Ocean Sense
A novel education program that develops skills in analysing, understanding, and sharing of ocean data and knowledge. By exploring local observations and global connections, this program invites communities, educators, and students to collaborate in discovering the ocean through Ocean Networks Canada observatories.
CaNOE
CaNOE, the Canadian Network for Ocean Education, is a network for the advancement of ocean literacy in Canada. CaNOE provides a platform for learning, dialogue and communication about ocean literacy in Canada.
Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea: A local Vancouver Island aquarium, with great educational resources and programs for students of all ages!!
NASA DYI PLANKTON NET INSTRUCTIONS: Interested in doing your own plankton tow/ examination in your classroom? This resource provides clear , step by step instructions on how to create your own plankton net with easily sourced materials.
Marine Education and Research Society: MERS does a lot of great research and education on marine mammals, plastic pollution, and conservation!
Smithsonian Educators Corner: This website has a ton of marine science related lesson plans and activties for all grade levels!
Ucluelet Aquarium: Located on the other side of Barkley Sound, the Ucluelet aquarium has lots of great information on local marine research and conservation efforts, as well as helpful resources for protecting beaches and marine organisms!
Overfishing, Conservation, Sustainability, and Farmed Fish, article by Coty Perry.
The 75 Largest underwater Species – infographic
Foundry10 – Ultimate guide to underwater work – Interested in a career in marine science? Here we have collected job overviews, biographies, interviews, and resource links to a wide range of amazing ocean-related jobs for you to explore.
Bees and Honey: Creating Pollinator Gardens: A guide to the importance, and how to create pollinator gardens that attract butterflies and bees, give them a place to find food, reproduce, and experience safety from predators and from the elements.
Environmental Science Education Guide: Help for job seekers, professionals, and students understand the changing landscapes of these programs and their impact on careers and employment
CruiseDirect: Deep Seas Boating Dangers – The Deadliest Creatures in the Ocean
Creating a Wildlife Habitat in Your Backyard
Scotch Bonnet
Scotch Bonnet is a free electronic publication distributed to formal and informal educators. This online newsletter is written by Terri Kirby Hathaway, North Carolina Sea Grant marine education specialist.
DFO K-12 education: Stream to Sea
– lots of resources, activity guides and much more from DFO!
The Ocean Project
– An international network of aquariums, zoos, museums, and conservation organizations working to create an understanding among their visitors and members of the significance of the ocean and the role each person plays in conserving our blue planet for the future.
VIMS Marine Education Page
– From Virginia Sea Grant Program. Links, including step by step “how to do a marine science in the classroom” page.
Animal Diversity Web
– an excellent resource for information on a huge number of animals
Marine Biology Puzzles
– site that allows you to create puzzles and games centred on marine biology concepts
National Marine Educators Association
– brings together educators interested in the world of water
REEF (Reef Environmental Education Foundation)
– a program dedicated to protecting marine life through education, research and involvement.
Ocean Conservation for Kids
– a resource that offers an overview of ocean conservation and practical things kids can do to protect the ocean