Lesson Plan
Curated OER

DNA Fingerprinting

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners study the process of DNA Fingerprinting and how DNA Fingerprinting is used in solving crimes. They examine a crime scenario that involves collecting DNA Fingerprinting information from blood collected at the crime scene. They...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Why Are The Shore Birds Dying?

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students engage in a field study of birds and how they are in danger harm due to environmental factors. They list different possible causes in a prediction activity. The observations are done while writing up data and connecting it to a...
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Curated OER

Evolutionary Relationships Based Upon Comparative Genetics

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers investigate the protein cytochrome c in an attempt to use its genetic chemistry to study possible evolutionary relationships between organisms. The lesson integrates technology with the use computers to perform DNA analysis.
Activity
Curated OER

2004 Asian Earthquake and Tsunami Disaster Project

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students are employees of a unit of the United Nations, they are responsible for coordinating disaster relief after a major disaster (the 2004 Asian Earthquake and Tsunami) occurs. The agency needs to understand the situation in each...
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Curated OER

Eyes on the Estuaries

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students study estuaries and compare several ones in the U.S. In this estuary lesson students interpret data and compare the distribution of different species. 
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Scientists

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students explore the role scientists play in research. They research current important areas of scientific interest. They write about how this issue could affect them. They create posters about their chosen scientific issues.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Great Barrier Reef

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders read text imbedded in this plan and find the answers to 3 questions: Why is the Great Barrier Reef one of the natural wonders of the world? What value does the reef offer Australia's economy? How is the reef being damaged?
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Is It Getting Hot In Here?

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners describe several factors and ways climate change could effect communities.  In this climate change lesson students research climate change and complete a worksheet. 
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Pearson

On the Road

For Teachers 11th - 12th Standards
Jack Kerouac's cult classic, On the Road, is the focus of this resource designed for teachers
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Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution

Woods Hole Oceanographic Institute: Undergraduate Resources: Marine Careers

For Students 9th - 10th
What does an oceanographer do and study? This site looks at what marine scientists and students do and the research expeditions they take part in.
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Other

Marines: Becoming a Marine

For Students 9th - 10th
Are you interested in becoming a US Marine? Explore military careers and find out what the Marine Corps is all about.
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Science Buddies

Science Buddies: Science Careers: Marine Architect

For Students 9th - 10th
The marine architect is the one who designs many kinds of vessels which sail the seven seas. This Science Buddies site lays out the requirements needed to become a marine architect, as well as the education and job description. Included...
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NOAA

Noaa: Marine Mammal Biologist

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource provides infromation about careers in marine mammal biology.
Handout
Careers New Zealand

Kiwi Careers: Marine Farm Supervisor

For Students 9th - 10th
Description of the career of marine farm supervisor, including nature of work, outlook and earnings (in New Zealand), training and working conditions. Includes profile of a working manager of an off-shore seafood farm.
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University of California

The Love Lab: So You Want to Be a Marine Biologist?

For Students 9th - 10th
Do you want to know what being a marine biologist is really like? This career resource strives to provide a realistic look at the marine biology field. It is wittily written and offers lots of practical advice.
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Other

Scdnr: Careers in Marine Science

For Students 9th - 10th
So you want to be a Marine Scientist? Learn about the Marine Science field and the career planning process.
Handout
Careers New Zealand

Kiwi Careers: Marine Biologist

For Students 9th - 10th
This KiwiCareers site provides information regarding tasks and duties, working conditions, and other career related information for marine biologists.
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Palomar Community College District

Palomar College: Careers in Oceanography

For Students 9th - 10th
Oceanography is a very competitive career field. Explore the wide range of careers in marine science from Palomar College and how you can begin preparing to secure one of job openings.
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NOAA

Noaa: Nmml: "I Want to Work With Marine Mammals"

For Students 9th - 10th
Do you have a passion for marine animals? Explore ways to turn your passion into a professional career in marine science.
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Other

Department of National Defence: Canadian Navy Life

For Students 9th - 10th
Different careers in the Canadian Navy are profiles here through the eyes of people doing the jobs.
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NOAA

Noaa: Ocean Science Careers

For Students 9th - 10th
Study the different types of ocean related careers that are available and how you can make a difference without having to be a professional.
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Other

Environmental Science: Environmental Science Careers

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore this list of close to fifty science careers with a connection and focus on environmental science. Also compare average salaries of each.
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Sea World Parks & Entertainment

Sea World: Guide to Zoological Park Careers

For Students 9th - 10th
Sea World / Busch Gardens Education department has produced a site exploring many careers at the zoological park from entry level low-skilled positions to research and veterinary positions that require years of training to enter.
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Careers New Zealand

Careers New Zealand: Environmental Scientist

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource provides information about the career of an environmental scientist.