*Popular lesson! Lesson Overview It is difficult and expensive to contain and clean up an oil spill. Objectives Students will experiment with way to contain and clean an oil spill. Students will evaluate the challenges and efficiencies of various clean-up techniques. Students will compare the success of different technologies under different conditions. Grade Level:Â 6-8, 9-12 … Read more
Lesson Overview It is challenging to construct a pipeline to safely transport oil over rugged terrain. Objectives Students will construct a working model of an oil pipeline. Students will cooperate to transport oil form drilling areas to a marine terminal. Grade Level:Â 6-8, 9-12 Subject: Engineering and Technology, Earth and Space Science, Conservation, Environmental Science, Physical … Read more
Lesson Overview Important legislation surrounding oil spill prevention and restoration and energy development and conservation must go through a rigorous process. Objectives Students will understand the legislative process. Students will participate in a senate simulation. Students will experience the give and take, the party alliances, and the stress and preparations involved in passing legislation. Grade … Read more
Lesson Overview Preventing and cleaning up marine debris is critical to the health of coastal and marine ecosystems. Objectives Students will gather, identify, and analyze marine debris in a local area. Students will learn about and participate in international efforts to minimize marine debris. Students will understand the effects of marine debris on ecosystems, communities, … Read more