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What scientific disciplines, historic figures, and events have contributed to the development of modern marine science?
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3. Student Learning Map
- Topic:Introduction to Marine Science
- Subject(s):Science
- Days:15
- Grade(s):9, 10, 11, 12
Key Learning:
Marine Science is an interdisiplinary science. Key historic figures and events are investigated to provide background on the origins and evolution of modern marine science.
Unit Essential Question(s):
Concept: Understanding the interdisciplinary nature of marine science. Identify the life and physical sciences that contribute to our understanding of marine science.
Concept: History of Marine Science Investigate how ancient civilizations used the marine environment. Trace the routs and accomplishments of early marine explorers. Discuss the history of marine research.
Concept: Modern research vessels, institutions, and technologies used in marine science Discuss different types of marine research vessels. Investigate the evolution of submersibles, AUVs, ROVs. Locate the major marine researh stations and discuss educational and career opportunities they offer.
Lesson Essential Question(s):Lesson Essential Question(s):Vocabulary:Abiotic, Biotic, Biochemistry, Botany, Chemistry, Geology, Ecology, Engineering, Microbiology
Vocabulary:Aristotle, Charles Darwin, Cousteau, James Cook, Jacques Cousteau, Micronesians, Phoenecians, Vikings, William Beebe
Additional Information:
There are no FCAT vocabulary terms associated with this student learning map. Glencoe Marine Biology textbook and ancillary materials
Resources:
Acquisition Lesson:
1. How are he various physical and biological sciences involved in the study of marine science.2. How did ancient civilizations contribute to the advancement of marine science?3. Who was James Cook and how did his voyages contribute to marine science?4. Why is the Challenger Expedition still considered one of the most important to marine science?5. What types of research vessels and submersibles are used in modern marine science?6. What are the major marine research laboratories and where are they located?Extending Thinking Lesson:
1. How do modern technological advances contribute to our study of marine science?