Mysteries of the Ocean
The ocean encompasses over two-thirds of the Earth’s surface, yet 95% of that water is unmapped. What do we think about the creatures who live in those salty depths? How will global warming, overfishing, and pollution affect their ecosystems? The ocean’s mysteriousness has always been a focal point in humankind’s quest to explore and even conquer. In this Exploration Guide for students in high school, let’s learn how to deepen our understanding of this water while respecting and preserving its beauty.
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Dive with a Giant Pacific Octopus and Wolf Eel in 3D 360 | Our Blue Planet VR | BBC Earth
You can use a VR headset for this experience, but it’s not required! Any computer will play this video and you can use your mouse to move around and experience 360 degree views. Keep your eyes peeled and you will see a Wolf Eel, a Giant Pacific Octopus, an underwater forest of kelp, and a surprise appearance from a sea lion!
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Excerpt: 'Moby-Dick' | NPR
“Yes, as every one knows, meditation and water are wedded for ever” writes Herman Melville in the early pages of his famous work, Moby Dick. Read this short passage and take note of how the narrator observes that all people are irresistibly drawn to the sea.
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Ocean Through Time | Smithsonian Ocean
Take your time as you comb through this history lesson of the ocean—beginning with the microscopic organisms of the Precambrian era through to the Anthropocene. When you’re done, feed your curiosity with the Smithsonian’s extensive collection of information, photographs, and videos of everything from cephalopods to great white sharks! https://ocean.si.edu/
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How Seafaring Scientists are Mapping the Deep | Science Friday
Listen in on this conversation between marine biologists as they discuss the future of deep sea exploration; why is it important to characterize unknown ecosystems and discover new species? How can we keep them safe?
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The Big Swell
Following a massive winter swell in the heart of a violent storm, this documentary provides a glimpse into the lives of a group of surfers who have a passion for riding big waves. Watch the power of the waves and learn how they came to be. Why do these surfers risk it all for just one exhilarating moment in those dangerous waters?
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Underwater Animals Are So Loud, They'd Damage Our Hearing | SciShow
On the surface, the ocean may seem quiet and relaxing. But underneath the surface is louder than you think. Even tiny animals can make big noises underwater.
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Revolution | Kanopy
Watch incredible footage of underwater creatures as filmmaker Rob Stewart embarks on a global journey to fight for the conservation of sea life. As you watch, ask yourself how all of our actions are interconnected. How will saving marine life save us humans, too?
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Rise: From One Island to Another | 350.org
Listen and watch as two Indigenous poets recite a collaboratively-written poem about the effects of rising sea levels while they stand atop a melting glacier. How are both of these poets (and their communities), who live in separate areas of the world, connected to one another by climate change?
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History's Largest Mining Operation is About to Begin | The Atlantic
Burning fossil fuels and land mining has had undisputable negative effects on our planet, so what’s the alternative? To meet humankind’s constant demand for materials, many are turning to the deep sea for mineral extraction. But how can we know the impacts of mining in an area that we know so little about?
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101+ Ways to Make a Difference | MarineBio
Protecting the ocean can feel like an overwhelming task. Review this comprehensive list of suggestions and resources to see what you can do as an individual to save our seas!
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