University of South Florida
Project Oceanography: Red Tide and Harmful Algal Blooms [Pdf]
Lesson plans and experiments to investigate organisms that cause Red Tide, and diseases that are caused by harmful algal blooms. Background information is provided.
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The Dirty Dozen Persistent Organic Pollutants
Use this site to learn about the effects of persistent organic pollutants on the ecology of Antarctic coastal waters. Information is presented for both teacher and student researcher.
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Food for the Poor
Non-profit organization that "provides food, housing, healthcare, education, water projects, mirco-enterprise development assistance and emergency relief to the poorest of the poor".
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Columbus: Empty Bowls
In this project, participants create ceramic bowls then serve a simple meal of soup and bread. Guests choose a bowl to use that day and to keep as a reminder that there are always "empty bowls" in the world. In exchange for a meal and...
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Ontario Council for Technology Education: Model Greenhouse Construction [Pdf]
Learners will design and construct a scale model of a greenhouse using the design process. Each student designs and builds a device that will act as a greenhouse in which to propagate plants from seed, that allows for easy access, and...
abcteach
Abcteach: Ponds
[Free Registration/Login Required] The abcteach directory contains sample pages from their pond unit for non-members. Handouts are in PDF format.
Cynthia J. O'Hora
Mrs. O's House: What Are Our Nation's Priorities Regarding Hunger?
Identify government funded food programs in the community. Students will consider facts about monies funded to support food for children in the United States and evaluate the ethics in organizations that give prizes to support feeding...