Learning Lessons from Estuaries
By: Christine Schnittka
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Type of Product: Journal Article
Publication Title: The Science Teacher
Publication Date: 1/1/2006
Pages: 5
Grade Level: High School
* Description
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* Additional Info
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Description
There is something that draws us all to the sea and especially to the fertile estuaries that nuzzle up to its shores. An estuary serves as both a nursery and a grave for sea creatures. This article describes annual trips to three islands in the Chesapeake Bay and the long-term impact these trips have had on students. Although the activities described in this article are centered around the Bay, this example of an immersive field experience could be duplicated in other ecosystems around the country (see "On the web" at the end of this article for information on planning an estuary field trip).
Ideas For Use
Through this field experience, students learned how to be scientists through questioning, exploring, valuing, and appreciating the wonders of the natural world. In addition, this type of project lends itself to several extension activities. All of the organizations and projects described in this article can be further explored through "On the web."
Additional Info
Science Discipline: (mouse over for full classification)
Food web
Populations
Asking questions
Collecting data
Interpreting data
Observing
Scientific habits of mind
Humans and the environment
Biodiversity
Intended User Role: Curriculum Supervisor, High-School Educator, Teacher
Educational Issues: Assessment of students, Classroom management, Community involvement, Curriculum, Educational research, Informal education, Inquiry learning, Instructional materials, Teacher preparation, Teaching strategies
Technical
Resource Format: application/pdf
Size: 228 KB
Requirements: Requires Adobe Acrobat Reader
National Standards Correlation
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Short video clips designed to support Science, Technology, and Math instruction. Note that teachers' comments are solicited with handy email embedded. YouTube site draws general audience while teachers can use the NASA site to access.