Hope Spots

Positives

• There is a wealth of information about each of the 100+ Hope Spots.
• The map is easy to navigate and can be viewed as 2-D or 3-D.
  

Additional Prerequisites

• The Protected Seas map view displays the Hope Spots alongside existing managed areas and fishing protections.
• Click on a Hope Spot on the map to see its name, a picture, and a short text about the place. At the end of this text, there is the option to click "explore this Hope Spot more" to be brought to a web page with more detailed information and additional pictures and videos.
• The page for each Hope Spot can also be accessed by finding its name in the alphabetical list on the left side of the map and clicking "Explore."
• It will be easiest for students to navigate the map if they scroll down the page and click "view larger map," which opens the map alone in a new tab.

Differentiation

• This is a great resource for students to learn about ocean conservation efforts in their area and around the world.
• In science classes, students can select a Hope Spot and research how humans have negatively impacted this area and what efforts are underway to protect this location from future damage.
• Teachers can challenge students to select a new location to become a Hope Spot. With the help of a local university or organization, students could even submit the nomination to Mission Blue.
• One of the goals of the Hope Spots project is to foster hope for the future of our oceans and the planet. Students can discuss their feelings about climate change and how they can remain hopeful.
• Other related resources include this article about a Hope Spot in Hong Kong, this video about conservation, and this interactive resource that explores human impacts on ocean ecosystems and restoration opportunities.