Aquarium Pyramid features exhibits highlighting the Caribbean (coral reef), South Atlantic (penguins), North Pacific (harbor seals), and South Pacific (Great Barrier Reef). Other Moody Garden attractions are: Rainforest Pyramid with Asian, African and American examples; Discovery Pyramid housing traveling interactive science exhibits. Education programs include school tours and hands-on experiences for grades k-12, outreach, kids' camps. Teachers receive visit curriculum guides, can attend credit workshops and open house. Admission and program fees apply.

Introduction to barnacle classification, anatomy, biology, reproduction and life cycle. Excellent color graphics. Also includes: profiles for six Australian species; diagram of barnacles in intertidal habitats; and discussion of barnacles as intertidal indicator species. Accessible and accurate.

A wealth of information concerning the Bigelow Lab, found in West Boothbay Harbor, Maine. Explore the site's three main components, research, education, and the institution. Find course information, past, present, and future expedition information, current lab news, and more. Education section features many classroom and interactive computer activities all focusing on marine life. Research section includes information on many of the different tools used in marine research.

Story of the invasion of jellyfish into the Black Sea and the resulting affects on the native fish population. An excellent introduction into introduced species and their effects on an ecosystem. Site features an abundance of information on alien species and the delicacy that goes into eradicating them. Also links to additional non-traditional science-related news events.

Information compiled by the Virginia Institute of Marine Science on the anatomy, life cycle, ecology, and fisheries of the blue crab. Data, research reports, and instructions on eating crabs are all available. Educational resources include lesson plans, teaching tools, and access to online publications. Site serves as an exceptional resource for both beginners and experts.

A project for all grades providing ground truth measurements to assist in the validation of the CERES instruments in climate related studies. Compare the surface- and space-based observations to learn more about clouds and climate. Download data from across the globe, or sign up your class to participate and submit your own data. Teacher resources include presentations, lessons, and downloadable posters and charts. Available in French, Spanish, German, Italian, Thai, and Chinese.

Facility in Solomons, MD, interprets regional paleontology, estuarine ecosystem, maritime history. Natural history exhibits: shark, whale and other fossils; aquariums, displays and outdoor trails introducing life of marshes, oyster bars, the Patuxent River and Chesapeake Bay. Maritime history exhibits include woodcarving and boatbuilding shed, oyster house, lighthouse, and traditional Chesapeake Bay wooden sailing vessel. Educational programs for school groups, Elderhostel and the public include: field trips, lectures, cruises, classes, and demonstrations. Admission and program fees apply.

Contains sources of information on sea turtles, tropical birds, and other species in the Caribbean basin and the Costa Rica rainforests. Site includes information on satellite telemetry, satellite-tracked sea turtles data and maps, and sea turtle legislation. Directions, data, and other materials available allow you to create your own maps. Free printable publications available. Also information on grants, workshops, donations, and volunteer opportunities.

University of Alaska scientists report that Alaskan glaciers are melting more rapidly than anticipated; an estimated 24 cubic miles of ice disappearing annually. Conditions promoting glacial growth vs. shrinking are briefly reviewed; melting is an indicator of climate change. Results confirm proposals that glacial melting is a major contributor to sea level rise; findings indicate that melting of Alaska's glaciers is making a disproportionate input.

Largest living collection of New York State freshwater reptiles, fish and amphibians. Educational programs available by appointment; teachers receive advance packet. In-school programs available during part of the year. Fees apply (for non-members), membership information available on website. Wheelchair accessible. Located Cold Spring Harbor, New York.

Provides descriptions and definitions of diverse pearl varieties. Explains pearl formation, pearl grading and pearl jewelry care. Outlines the history and uses of pearls in different cultures, the technology of pearl culture and industry.

Dauphin Island Sea Lab is Alabama's marine education and research center. Lab also provides a public aquarium that focuses solely on the native eco-systems of the Mobile Bay estuary. Site provides information on graduate programs, undergraduate opportunities, faculty, facilities, and news and events. Explore the Education and Aquarium sections for teacher resources and information on workshops, student summer camps, and academic-year programs.

A program established in Europe that aims to raise student's awareness of environmental and sustainable development issues through classroom study, school and community action. Extends learning to extracurricular activities, building responsible attitudes and commitment to the community. Offers a seven-step methodology, the Eco-School Process, that any school can use to reduce its environmental impact. "Green Flag" awards go to schools for outstanding performance in achieving their goals. Appropriate for all grade levels.

Find information on NC's various marine resources such as blue crabs and red drum, commercial and recreational fishing statistics, a fish identification guide, and fun pages for kids. Information is broken up into three categories: Crustaceans, Fish, and Shellfish. Each section in full of great information for both the beginner and the expert. Check out the food chain information to learn why all creatures, big and small, are important to the ecosystem.

A competition for students of all interest, skill, and ability levels to encourage students to combine their imaginations with the tools of science to create and explore a vision of a future technology. Site includes information for teachers and young inventors. Prizes awarded for top inventions in several age categories. Read bios and quotes from past winners and see past invention ideas.

An introduction to FAU's Department of Ocean Engineering. Site includes, admission, course, and faculty/staff information. Includes guidance for prospective graduate and undergraduate students. Information also available on the facilities, employment opportunities, and the latest news and events. Explore the personnel pages for additional information on the research being conducted. Information on seminars and the always-popular submarine races (human powered and autonomous) are also available.

Located in Tallahassee, Florida, on the campus of FSU, the Department of Oceanography is a research-oriented, graduate-only department within the College of Arts and Sciences. Research focuses on biological, chemical, and physical oceanography. Site provides information on current research, graduate programs and admissions, faculty, students, news and upcoming events, and more. Site also features links to internal and external resources.

The H.L. Hunley was a Civil War innovation in naval warfare and the first submarine to sink a ship in battle. This website describes the vessel, its history and use in the war, the recovery effort and maritime archeological and conservation methods that salvaged it. Educator's tutorial shows applications for teaching history and the science of discovery for K-12 and college students, includes lesson plans, vocabulary, worksheets, downloadable background materials.

Interactive computer activity in which students guide a cohort of lobster larvae from hatch to harvest by picking hatching region and survival conditions, them compare their success with others. Lesson contains: teacher guide; background; data tracking sheet; discussion questions online maps; answer sheet upon request. Based on research by Bigelow Lab and Dartmouth College identifying hatching site, current direction and speed, temperature, seafloor type as key to lobster success. Lessons aligned to teaching standard. NSTA SciLinks selected site.

Located in Newport, Oregon, Hatfield Marine Science Center plays an integral role in programs of marine and estuarine research and instruction, as a laboratory facility serving resident scientists, as a base for far-ranging oceanographic studies, and as a classroom for students. Site features information on courses, seminars, facilities, and current research. Education Programs section includes teacher and student resources. Resources applicable to local and distant educators.