A free, online educational resource for advancing ocean literacy from @DalhousieU, @OceanFrontier, & @TheNFB! #OceanSchool En Franรงais: @ecoledelocean

The Ocean
Joined October 2017
๐ŸŒŠOn Nov 7, Education Producer Heather DeLagran and Compass Education's Gitanjali Paul will be presenting at NAAEE! ๐ŸŒŠ ๐Ÿงญโœจ Ready to tap into your #SustainabilitySuperpowers? Scan the QR code or click on the link oceanschool.nfb.ca/media/expโ€ฆ ๐Ÿงญโœจ #DiveIntoLearning #TeacherResources
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"In mid-April, a group of forty-five thirteen and fourteen year olds gathered at the edge of a small creek. Normally bouncy, loud, and borderline inappropriate, this gangly group of middle schoolers stood quietly as the drum beat began... Gently, they approached the creek bank, crouched down and slowly let the fresh creek water enter their cup to release the small coho fry within." Check out Ocean School's latest blog post on raising salmon in the classroom, written by teacher Kim Zumach: oceanschool.nfb.ca/communityโ€ฆ #EnvironmentalEducation #DiveIntoLearning #Salmon #OceanSchool #STEMEducation #OutdoorLearning #EcoSchools
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This week on Ocean School's Behind-The-Science, weโ€™re spotlighting Hannah Solway and her incredible work to protect baleen whales! Dive into her groundbreaking research and get inspired. ๐ŸŒŠ๐Ÿ‹ #OceanSchoolBTS #MarineScience #WhaleConservation #ProtectOurOceans #OceanResearch #WildlifeConservation #SaveTheWhales
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๐ŸŒŠโœจ No matter where you live, your life depends on the ocean. From the air you breathe, the food you eat, to the weather and climate you experience. It's time to give back and show the ocean we care. โœจ๐ŸŒŠ Join us this Plastic Free July for our Promise for the Ocean campaign! Let's pledge to reduce plastic use and protect our beautiful oceans. Every small step counts, from using reusable bags to saying no to single-use plastics. Learn more here: oceanschool.nfb.ca/make-yourโ€ฆ Make your ocean promise today and share your journey with us! ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ’™ #PlasticFreeJuly #PromiseForTheOcean #SaveOurSeas #OceanConservation #PlasticFree #MakeADifference #ClimateAction #ScienceHeroes #Sustainability #ClimateScience #GenAction #GenerationAction #ProtectOurOceans #SustainableOcean #ocean #nature #sea #ExploreTheOcean #OceanAwareness #DiveIntoLearning #EnvironmentalEducation
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๐ŸŒŠ๐Ÿ‹ Happy World Whale and Dolphin Day! ๐Ÿฌ๐ŸŒŠ On this day in 1982, a complete ban on commercial whaling was put in place. Today, we celebrate whales and dolphins and the crucial role they play in maintaining the health of our marine ecosystems. Celebrate these marine mammals with Ocean School's comprehensive resources for teachers! Dive into the wonders of the ocean and bring the fascinating world of whales and dolphins into your classroom. Our educational materials include: ๐Ÿ”ฌ Engaging Videos: Hear directly from marine biologists and experts about the latest research and conservation efforts. ๐Ÿ“š Lesson Plans: Fun activities and projects about whale and dolphin biology, behaviour, and conservation. ๐ŸŽฅ Interactive Experiences: Stunning 360 degree footage and immersive experiences that bring students up close with these magnificent creatures. Empower your students with knowledge and inspire them to become ocean stewards. Together, we can create a future where these majestic animals thrive. ๐ŸŒŠ๐Ÿ’™ Visit oceanschool.nfb.ca/media/whaโ€ฆ for the full video and to access these fantastic resources today! #WorldWhaleAndDolphinDay #OceanSchool #MarineEducation #ProtectOurOceans #SaveTheWhales #SaveTheDolphins #OceanLife #Teachers #Education #EcoFriendly
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Today is shark awareness day! We'd like to take a moment to celebrate the beauty and majesty of these incredible sea creatures. Did you know that sharks are vital to ocean ecosystems? Like other apex predators, sharks keep populations of smaller fish in check. Without sharks, fish would over-eat plankton and microorganisms that are vital to ocean life, leading to the likely extinction of many species due to lack of food sources. Although we want to celebrate sharks, we also have a responsibility to recognize the tragedy of shark hunting that still happens worldwide. Recently, a pregnant hammerhead shark was caught and killed off the coast of Florida during a bachelor party. The fact that the killing was celebrated as an incredible catch and not a horrible tragedy shows how public opinion still undervalues the importance of sharks. All 9 species of hammerhead shark are either critically endangered, endangered, or vulnerable according to the ICUN Red List of Threatened Species. Hammerhead sharks are particularly vulnerable to finning for their large fins. Sharks may have a scary reputation, but far more sharks are killed by humans than humans are killed by sharks. Sharks rarely attack humans, especially unprovoked, although they may approach or attack humans due to curiosity or confusion. In 2023, approximately 80 million sharks were killed by humans. In the same year, 14 humans were killed by sharks. So what can we do? 1. Learn more. Do research to learn about shark conservation efforts near you, find out about ongoing research on shark populations, and look up what regulations do or do not exist to protect sharks. 2. Start a conversation. Use Ocean School's resources to start a conversation in your classroom about sharks and their role in the ecosystem. 3. Take action. Write a letter to your local MP, create a video PSA, volunteer with conservation organizations--there are many ways to get involved. Check out Ocean School's Take Action toolkit for a comprehensive guide. 4. Spread the word. Start a conversation on social media or in your community about sharks and bring awareness to what you've learned. Take a look at these links to learn more about these incredible sea creatures. Video collections about sharks: oceanschool.nfb.ca/collectioโ€ฆ oceanschool.nfb.ca/collectioโ€ฆ Take Action toolkit: oceanschool.nfb.ca/media/takโ€ฆ #sharks #DiveIntoLearning #OceanConservation #OceanEducation #EducationalMaterials #OceanResearch #SharkAwarenessDay #SaveOurSharks #SharkConservation #ProtectOurOceans #SharkEducation #LoveSharks #SharkWeek #OceanConservation #SharkResearch #SharkProtection #MarineLife #SharkDiversity #HealthyOceans #EndangeredSharks #SharkAdvocate #SharkFacts #SharkPreservation #SharkSafety #HammerheadSharks
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๐ŸŒŠ๐ŸŒ Happy Plastic-Free July! ๐ŸŒ๐ŸŒŠ Join us in making a splash against plastic pollution! ๐ŸŒฟ๐ŸŒฑ This month, Ocean School is committed to reducing single-use plastics and raising awareness about the impact of plastic waste on our oceans. ๐ŸŒŠ๐Ÿ  Here are a few simple steps you can take to contribute: Bring your own reusable bags, bottles, and straws ๐Ÿ›๏ธChoose products with minimal or no plastic packaging Support local initiatives and clean-up events ๐Ÿ—‘๏ธ๐ŸŒฟ Every small action adds up to make a big difference! Share your plastic-free journey with us using the hashtag #PlasticFreeJuly and tag us @OceanSchool. Letโ€™s protect our oceans together! ๐ŸŒŠ๐Ÿ’™ #PlasticFreeJuly #OceanConservation #ReduceReuseRecycle #SaveOurSeas #OceanSchool #DiveIntoLearning
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Ocean School Behind-The-Science is featuring another amazing ocean researcher: Maija McGraw! Dive into the world of oceanography research that took Maija all the way to France! #OceanSchoolBTS #OceanResearch #DiveIntoLearning #Research #Oceanography
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Join us virtually or in-person for our workshop at the International Society for Technology in Education conference. Take an augmented reality (AR) field trip on a gym-sized floor map, The Ocean, Freshwater, and Us. The AR app combines powerful storytelling techniques & immersive technologies to strengthen ocean knowledge. Join this session, brainstorm with us, & walk away with ideas and resources for using AR for environmental education. Register now: conference.iste.org/2024/ #EnvironmentalEducation #education #EducationTechnology #Conference #ISTE #InternationalSocietyForTechnologyinEducation #AugmentedReality #FieldTrip #TeacherEducation #Teachers #DiveIntoLearning #TeachingResources #TeachingConference
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Thanks for celebrating Ocean Week Canada with us! We had an amazing time at events from running interactive games on the giant floor map, watching a creative and thoughtful musical production, learning more about sharks from Alanna Canaran, and making ocean promises to protect the ocean! See you next year! Click the link to learn more about all the events we participated in this year! oceanschool.nfb.ca/communityโ€ฆ #OceanWeekCanada #OceanDay #WorldOceanDay #OceanDay2024 #GenAction #GenerationAction #FamilyEvent #Educators #DiveIntoLearning #OceanEducation #OceanAwareness
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Happy world ocean day! No matter where you live, your life depends on the ocean. From the air you breathe, the food you eat, and the weather and climate you experience. It's time to give back and show the ocean we care. Make your ocean promise today! oceanschool.nfb.ca/make-yourโ€ฆ #OceanWeekCanada #OceanDay #WorldOceanDay #OceanDay2024 #GenAction #GenerationAction #FamilyEvent #Educators #DiveIntoLearning #OceanEducation #OceanAwareness
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Bottom Dwellers: A Deep Sea Musical is an oceanic odyssey for all ages about a 400 year old Greenland Shark, ocean history, and how climate change is affecting the Atlantic from the top to the very bottom. Ocean School will be setting up an educational booth to make an ocean promise and encourage folks to get creative and make their own play about the climate. Where: Discovery Centre, Halifax When: June 9, 2:30pm and 6:00pm What: Musical about the Greenland Shark + Ocean School booth How can I join: buy your tickets here! unnaturaldisaster.ca/ *Note: this event is in English only #OceanWeekCanada #OceanDay #WorldOceanDay #OceanDay2024 #GenAction #GenerationAction #FamilyEvent #Educators #DiveIntoLearning #OceanEducation #OceanAwareness
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How are you celebrating Ocean Week Canada? Come join us this Saturday, June 8, at the Queen's Marque on the Halifax Waterfront. Make a promise for the ocean, play trivia, and explore Canada via our giant floor map. See you there! Where: Queen's Marque Courtyard, Halifax Waterfront When: June 8, 10am to 3pm What: Ocean School booth at Ocean Day Halifax celebration How can I join: just show up! Learn more on the Ocean Week Canada website: oceanweekcan.ca/events/worldโ€ฆ Or check out the Facebook event: facebook.com/events/25183698โ€ฆ #OceanWeekCanada #OceanDay #WorldOceanDay #OceanDay2024 #GenAction #GenerationAction #FamilyEvent #Educators #DiveIntoLearning #OceanEducation #OceanAwareness
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Teachers and students, dive into the captivating world of sharks with 'Jawsome! Sharks of Canadaโ€™s Coasts' featuring Alanna Canaran! Experience a virtual session where Alanna, a passionate science communicator and PADI scuba diving instructor, unveils insights about great white sharks in Atlantic Canada. Don't miss out on this jaw-dropping event! Where: virtual When: June 5, 12-1pm EST What: explore sharks with Ocean School's Alanna Canaran! How can I join: register here: oceanweekcan.ca/events/jawsoโ€ฆ #OceanWeekCanada #OceanDay #WorldOceanDay #OceanDay2024 #GenAction #GenerationAction #FamilyEvent #Educators #DiveIntoLearning #OceanEducation #OceanAwareness
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Did you know this fun ocean fact? Join us on June 8th at the Queen's Marque, Halifax, to test your knowledge further and try your hand at a fun trivia game about Marine protected areas! See you there! Where: Queen's Marque Courtyard, Halifax Waterfront When: June 8, 10am to 3pm What: Ocean School booth at Ocean Day Halifax celebration How can I join: just show up! Learn more on the Ocean Week Canada website: oceanweekcan.ca/events/worldโ€ฆ Or check out the Facebook event: facebook.com/events/25183698โ€ฆ #oceanweekcanada #oceanday #WorldOceanDay #oceanday2024 #GenAction #GenerationAction #familyevent #Educators #diveintolearning #oceaneducation #oceanawareness
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