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Oil Spill in
San Francisco Bay

The recent oil spill was a huge disaster, but also a powerful reminder of why it is so important that we study and take care of our ocean.

Resources to help you teach about the oil spill:


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MARE Open Ocean Boat trip on 3/14/09!

Please join us for the MARE Summer Institute July 5–July 9, 2009 at UC Santa Cruz!

Read how one dedicated principal is helping to bring ocean sciences and arts enrichment to students in Vallejo, CA
Download the article.

Now available from Corwin Press! A publication addressing a clear process for effectively integrating assessment and instruction, Assessment-Centered Teaching.

The Conference on Ocean Literacy has released their post-meeting report; download it here.

 

 

 

You are about to discover MARE: a whole-school interdisciplinary science program at the Lawrence Hall of Science offering year-round professional development opportunities, including events that immerse your whole school—faculty, students and families—in the study and celebration of the ocean.

Teachers... explore our Curriculum and Habitat Homepages where you will find helpful information about your habitat and a searchable database of teaching resources. Check out the Ocean Immersion Planner where you can create Master and Grade-level calendars for your annual Ocean Month. And don't forget to join our grade-level e-mail lists for useful marine science news, teaching tips, and professional development opportunities.

Kids... click on Just for Kids and surf some of the coolest ocean games, challenges, and puzzles on the web!

Parents... discover ways to encourage your child's interest in science or how to bring ocean science to your school.

 

COSEE-California: MARE (in partnership with Scripps Institution of Oceanography, the Marine Advanced Technologies Education (MATE) Center at Monterey Peninsula College, and California Sea Grant) has been designated a Center for Ocean Sciences Education Excellence by the National Science Foundation. Learn more by visiting the COSEE-California website.


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