Oceans Of Wonder

High School, Science

Units included in Oceans of Wonder

  1. New Orleans Flood Wall 
    • 360 Video 
    • See the relationship of how man-made barriers impact earth’s surface and water flow changes.
  2. Exploring The Coral Reef 
    • Interactive Swim through a Reef
    • Scuba diving! Yes, why sit at your desk when you can scuba dive among a fascinating coral reef and learn about the delicate balance between humans and nature.
  3. Coral Reefs with Wendy 
    • 360 Video 
    • Tour the Tennessee Aquarium in 360* virtual reality and take in the sights of life’s fascinating underwater world.
  4. Rocks and a Hard Case
    • 2D video
    • This animated mystery goes deep with ancient rocks. Pay attention throughout and watch for the surprise ending.
  5. Polluting Peat Pyres of Indonesia 
    • 2D Video 
    • Broaden your understanding of carbon sinks and how modern times are instigating the issue.

All lessons are based on Next Gen Science Standards.
All units are related to anatomy and physiology.

  • Age Group: High School
  • Category: Earth Science
  • NGSS: HS-LS1-3, HS-ESS2-2, HS-ESS1-5, HS-ESS2-7
  • Runtime: 30-40 min.

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