NOAA Ocean Explorer Lesson Plans-" My students absolutely love the lessons on this site. They are fun, learner-driven, and stimulate a sense of curiosity in every type of student. I also love that the lesson plans usually don't require elaborate set-ups or expensive equipment. If you haven't seen this site, you don't know what you're missing! " Kimberly, 9-12th grade science teacher

Central Shark -A great interactive site that poses a humorous debate over "coolness" between sharks and dolphins. Students have an opportunity to learn more about the biology of sharks and dolphins and take part in online activities.

C.O.O.L Classroom - "This is a great site that provides lessons that integrate real research data and classroom activities. There are a number of different sections including movies, printable worksheets, career cards and contests. Very informative, engaging and high interest!", Chantelle, Graham High School, Ohio

Ocean AdVENTure - Take this virtual tour of hydrothermal vents to learn the basics about vents, how they're studied, the associated biology and geology, and consider the ethics about vent mining. This site also has a forum for discussion and learning activities.

Oceanography Careers-Women in Marine Sciences - "Women Oceanographers is a fantastic website with profiles on 12 remarkable women with careers in oceanography. Each profile includes a biography, a typical work week, background information, photos, links to learn more, a video interview and in-depth information about one topic in which they are involved. What a GREAT resource to provide AWESOME mentors and role models for young women enagaged at all levels of scientific learning." Chantelle, Science and Biology teacher, Grades 9-12

Sea Urchin Embryology - Advanced high school level laboratory activities using sea urchins to observe fertilization and early developmental stages. This is a comprehensive site (funded in part by the National Science Foundation) complete with multiple labs, support lessons, background information, animated graphics illustrating lab techniques and a glossary of terms.

Water Science for Schools - An excellent resource from the U.S.G.S on water. Learn about the properties of water, the water cycle, and water use then test your knowledge in the interactive Activity Center.

WhaleNet - An education project that brings marine mammal research data into the classroom. Features STOP (Satellite Tagging Observation Program) enabling you to track the migration of various marine mammals, Ask a Scientist, and an assortment of lesson plans and activities.