• This video explores the issue of ocean acidification and how it affects oyster populations in the Puget Sound area.
• Students will see the efforts being made to restore and support native oysters after a major die-off reduced the population.
  

Positives

• This resource provides an example of marine ecosystem restoration that also directly benefits humans.
  

Additional Prerequisites

• Students should be familiar with the terms acidification, larvae, water column, and planktonic.
  

Differentiation

• Pausing the video after each topic to check for understanding or to have a discussion about the topic could be helpful.
• Showing a map of where Puget Sound is located would be helpful for students and could offer students of this area a local example of ecosystem restoration.
• Chemistry classes can try incorporating a pH lab with this resource to extend the lesson.
• Biology classes can discuss other changes in the ocean from climate change that affect marine species, including stronger storms, warmer water temperatures, and changing ocean currents.
  

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