DataStreme Ocean - An online ocean science course from the American Meteorological Society for K-12 teachers. This course explores the ocean within the Earth system with special emphasis on (1) water and energy flow into and out of the ocean, (2) the internal properties of the ocean, (3) interactions between the ocean and the other components of the Earth system, and (4) human/societal impacts.
Understanding
Aquatic Nuisance Species and their Terrestrial Counterparts -
An online course from The Dauphin Island Sea Lab and the J.L. Scott Marine
Education Center and Aquarium, this 3 week workshop will have presentations
and interactive question and answer sessions on invasive jellyfish, plants,
crabs, and nutria. Course runs March 8-26, 2004.
COSEE West Online Education -
Free online courses offered from COSEE (Center for Ocean Sciences Excellence) West and the College of Exploration. Past topics included coral reef ecology. Check back often to learn about future online professional development opportunities.
NSTA Institute - Listing of professional development opportunities for science teachers including web-based opportunties.
The Virtual University Gazette's FAQ on Distance Learning, Accreditation, and College Degrees - This site gives an excellent overview of what distance learning is, and everything you need to know to get started including information about accreditation and bogus programs. It also includes, within the text, links to important related websites (ex. Council for Higher Ed.)
Distance Education Clearinghouse -
This popular site has an extensive listing of links including an introduction
to distance learning, places & services, technologies, program resources & courses
at the University of Wisconsin, and current issues and events in distance
learning.
© Sea Grant Marine Advisory ServicesThe following links will take you to basic information on distance learning and to searchable databases that include marine science courses.
Tips & Tools Other Bridge pages with related information:
Teacher Programs
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