Ocean Literacy 2024
Provided by: NOAA|Published on: February 4, 2025
Grades: 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Type: Articles/Websites
Subjects: Biology, Earth and Space Sciences
Authors: NOAA
Region: United States, Global
Languages: English
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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.
Teaching Materials
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.
This resource advocates for and defines ocean literacy before presenting a set of essential principles. The resource is exceptionally well-sourced and features clear text and graphics. Climate change is not the central focus, but connections between oceans and the climate are thoroughly discussed. This resource is recommended for teaching.
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