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Ocean Literacy 2024

Provided by: NOAA

Articles/Websites Grades 6-8, 9-12

Synopsis

This NOAA guide outlines the seven principles of ocean literacy for learners of all ages.
It emphasizes the importance of the ocean to all life on Earth, to weather and climate, and to the sustainability of life on Earth.
Teachers can find the Spanish version here.

Subjects: Biology, Earth and Space Sciences

Authors: NOAA

Region: United States, Global

Languages: English

Positives

The principles each have subitems that further clarify and contextualize the principle.
The guide is concise and comprehensive.

Prerequisites

Students should understand what the ocean is. Some students may need help differentiating between oceans and other bodies of water, such as lakes and rivers.

Differentiation & Implementation

In high school classes, teachers can split students into groups, having each group research and teach about one of the Ocean Literacy Principles.
To make creative connections and demonstrate their understanding of the principles, students can create posters, infographics, or comic strips to illustrate each of the Ocean Literacy Principles.
This guide can serve as a framework for teaching about the ocean throughout students' schooling. Teachers can select principles and subitems that best fit with their curriculum.

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