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Marine Fisheries Management

For Teachers 10th - Higher Ed
The many aspects to consider in Marine Fisheries are covered in this very detailed PowerPoint.  There are a large number of slides dealing with both the conditions to consider and terms regarding fisheries. It also covers the laws,...
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Water Supply and Water Uses

For Teachers 8th - 10th
A large variety of topics are given in this PowerPoint about water. Some come from a scientific point of view, some regarding recreation, some for domestic use, and others from hydroelectricity.  A teacher could choose to use this...
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Where is Agriculture?

For Teachers K - 1st
Students explore agriculture. In this agriculture lesson, students read "Where is Agriculture?" and discuss all the things that come from agriculture. Students discuss what they need to survive and give examples of agricultural products...
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Great Barrier Reef-Guarding Nemo

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students explore the Great Barrier Reef. In this environmental stewardship instructional activity, students conduct research regarding the Great Barrier Reef and examine methods to preserve the Reef. Students apply the RAFT method to...
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San Ignacio Lagoon: Economy or Ecology

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Young scholars debate over the development in the habitat of gray whales. In this role playing lesson plan, students will take on various roles in a debate over the development of a salt production facility in the San Ignacio Lagoon...
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A Good Boat is Hard To Find

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders design and construct a safe and efficient human powered watercraft that can be used on a trip on the Great Lakes. Students utilize math and measurement skills to design and cut the pieces for their boat. Working in...
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Careers in Aquatics

For Teachers 5th - 6th
Young scholars discuss careers related to aquatic or marine science. They write a report called "A Day in the Life of a (blank)." After reports are completed, if possible a person working in the field of aquatic or marine science is...
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University of Illinois

University of Illinois: Academics @ Aces: Careers in Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences

For Students 9th - 10th
Find out about a handful of occupations in the field of environmental sciences or natural resources.