Shell Shocked: Saving Shellfish
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Provided by: EarthEcho International|Published on: April 27, 2021
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Synopsis
- 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.
Subjects: Chemistry, Biology, Earth and Space Sciences
Authors: EarthEcho International
Region: North America, USA - West, United States, Global, Washington
Languages: English
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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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About the Partner Provider
EarthEcho International
EarthEcho International envisions a world where every individual has the opportunity and tools to create a healthy and thriving environment. To that end, their mission is to build a global youth movement to protect and restore our ocean planet. Their Academy is a new virtual learning space developed to provide online courses for teacher professional learning with access to fully remote, asynchronous environmental education modules for students.
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