NOAA's Education Program
NOAA's Education Program

Author: National Research Council

Publisher: National Academies Press

Published: 2010-07-23

Total Pages: 198

ISBN-13: 0309151236

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There is a national need to educate the public about the ocean, coastal resources, atmosphere and climate. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the agency responsible for understanding and predicting changes in the Earth's environment and conserving and managing coastal and marine resources to meet the nation's economic, social and environmental needs, has a broad mandate to engage and coordinate education initiatives on these topics. Since its creation in 1970, the NOAA has supported a variety of education projects that cover a range of topics related to the agency's scientific and stewardship mission. NOAA uses formal and informal learning environments to enhance understanding of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) and to advance environmental education. The work of this agency overlaps and compliments the missions of other federal agencies, institutions of higher education, private and nonprofit organizations. Coordination among these agencies and organizations has been challenging. Limited education resources and the inherently global nature of NOAA's mission make strategic partnerships critical in order for the agency to accomplish its goals. Additionally, clear education goals, planning, and strategic use of resources are critical aspects for effective partnerships. NOAA's Education Program: Review and Critique provides a summary of the national education context for NOAA's role in education which is twofold: first is to advance the environmental literacy of the nation, and second is to promote a diverse workforce in ocean, coastal, Great Lakes, atmospheric and climate sciences. The book also describes the strengths and weaknesses of the education strategic plan, the education evaluation approach of the agency and strategies for improving the evaluation process.

An Education Plan for NOAA.
An Education Plan for NOAA.

Author: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Washington, DC. Office of Global Programs

Publisher:

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 6

ISBN-13:

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U.S. Secretary of Commerce Donald L. Evans has said, "Environmental Literacy is critical to enable learners of all ages to pursue knowledge, produce advanced products, and enhance personal growth." The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) recognizes it has a role and a responsibility to the nation in advancing education leading to such a literate society. In order to effectively carry out this work, NOAA recently established an Office of Education and Sustainable Development (OESD) and an Education Council. Their role is to lead NOAA in articulating, assessing and sustaining a comprehensive education program directly supporting the Agency's mission. The Council is comprised of representatives across NOAA, including members from programs with long-standing education mandates. OESD and the Education Council were assigned the critical task of creating a Plan for Education to move the Agency to the forefront of environmental literacy efforts. This Plan builds on existing efforts and provides a basis for strategic investment of resources. It is based on a multi-level approach and serves many constituents and partners at national, regional and local levels. The Plan is the product of a network within NOAA, in collaboration with external partners, and is consistent with national efforts. The planning effort incorporates external evaluation and review. Upon its adoption, it will be implemented in a phased approach. NOAA's Plan for Education outlines the vision and scope necessary to address exponential increases in society's information needs and bring the riches of NOAA data and information to all learners.

2016 Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance
2016 Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance

Author: United States. Congress. Senate. Office of Management and Budget. Executive Office of the President

Publisher:

Published: 2016

Total Pages: 1780

ISBN-13: 9780160936340

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Identifies and describes specific government assistance opportunities such as loans, grants, counseling, and procurement contracts available under many agencies and programs.

Emotion for the Ocean
Emotion for the Ocean

Author: Chet Forrest

Publisher: CreateSpace

Published: 2014-02-02

Total Pages: 130

ISBN-13: 9781482505344

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"EMOTION FOR THE OCEAN" THE "EMOTION FOR THE OCEAN" IS BOOK ONE IN THE ULTIMATE OCEAN EDUCATION SERIES FOR THE AVERAGE PERSON! *** 100% OF ALL SALES PROFITS WILL GO DIRECTY TO OCEAN RESEARCH IN THE MONTEREY BAY NATIONAL MARINE SANCTUARY VIA THE FULLY NON-PROFIT SAVE THE EARTH FOUNDATION. *** WRITTEN BY AN EXPERIENCED EDUCATOR, AUTHOR & LECTURER, IN A FUN FILLED, LAID-BACK, EASY TO READ, NON-TECHNICAL STYLE THAT'S GUARANTEED TO BRING FUN TO THE OCEANIC EDUCATION PROCESS. IT CONTAINS A WIDE SPECTRUM OF OCEAN EDUCTION MATERIALS THAT'S TARGETED FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY, FROM CHILDREN, TO TEENS, TO COLLEGE STUDENTS AND ADULTS. THE SERIES IS DESIGNED TO IGNITE CURIOSITY AND INFORM THE GENERAL PUBLIC ABOUT THE WONDERS OF THE SEA. YOU WILL LEARN; *WHAT HAS NO FRONT, NO BACK, NO SIDES, ONLY A TOP AND A BOTTOM AND 5 EYES. *WHICH FISH MUST EAT 25 TIMES ITS OWN BODY WEIGHT EACH AND EVERY DAY. *WHAT GROWS 1 INCH AN HOUR TO 250 FEET LONG. *WHY THE ATANTLIC OCEAN IS BOTH SALTIER AND LOWER THAN THE PACIFIC OCEAN. *HOW FISH SLEEP WITH NO EYELIDS. *WHO CARRIES HIS GIRLFRIEND AROUND ON HIS BACK. *WHO TURNS THEIR STOMACH INSIDE-OUT TO EAT, AND HAS 5 EYES. *WHAT LITTLE 2-INCH CREATURE CLEANS UP OVER 12 GALLONS OF SEA WATER EACH DAY *WHO IS SEXUALLY MATURE AND STARTS BREEDING AT BIRTH. *WHAT'S THE GREAT PACIFIC GARBAGE PATCH AND WHAT GAVE IT BIRTH. *WHO HAS THREE HEARTS WITH COPPER BLOOD RATHER THAN IRONN LIKE YOURS. *WHO CAN SLOW THEIR HEART RATE FROM 120 TO 4 BEATS PER MINUTE. *WHO HAS A HEART AS BIG AS A VOLKSWAGON, AND WHOS HEART IS IN THEIR HEAD. *HOW MARINE MAMMALS GET FRESH WATER. *WHO'S LUNGS COLLAPSE FOR DIVES TO MORE THAN 2 MILES DOWN. *WHICH FISH STARTS LIFE AS A FEMALE, BUT CAN CHANGE INTO A MALE IF NEEDED. *HOW PELICANS DIVE WITHOUT HURTING THEMSELVES. * WHO IS GLOBAL WARMINGS EVIL TWIN, AND HOW WAS SHE GET BORN. *HOW OCEAN ACIDIFICATION KILLS SHELLFISH, CORAL AND MICROSCOPIC OCEAN LIFE THAT PRODUCES OXYGEN. *WHO HUNTS WITH A FLASHLIGHT ON THE OCEANS DEEP DARK BOTTOM. *WHICH FISH HAS HUMAN TEETH. *THAT 0VER 50% OF THE OXYGEN YOU BREATH, COMES FROM THE OCEANS AND NOT THE TREES. *WHERE THERE'S AN UNDERWATER MOUNTAIN RANGE STRETCHING 31,000 MILES LONG. *WHAT CALIFORNIA REPTILE SWIMS 6,000 MILES A YEAR. *WHICH SHARK CAN GO FOR 2-MONTHS WITHOUT EATING. *WHO HAS EYES AS BIG AS A BASKETBALL. *WHICH FISHS BLOOD CONTAINS ANTIFREEZE. LEARN MUCH, MUCH, MORE FROM THIS NON-TECHNICAL, NO-NONSENSE, EASY TO READ BOOK. A BOOK SO EASY AND UNDERSTANDABLE, THAT YOU'LL IMMIDIATELY BE ABLE TO EXPLAIN ALL THE SUBJECT MATER TO A 5 YEAR OLD! ... NO KIDDING ! *PLEASE BE AWARE* EVERYONE INVOLVED IN THE CREATION OF THIS BOOK "EMOTION FOR THE OCEAN" OR ANY OTHER ITEMS OF THE "ULTIMATE OCEAN EDUCATION SERIES" HAS DONE SO ON AT THEIR OWN EXPENSE ON A STRICT VOLUNTARY BASIS, WITH NO ONE COLLECTING EXPENSES OR COMMISSIONS. **REMEMBER 100% OF THIS BOOKS PROFITS GO DIRECT TO OCEAN RESEARCH IN THE NATIONAL OCEAN & ATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATION'S (NOAA) MONTEREY BAY NATIONAL MARINE SANCTUARY, VIA THE FULLY NON-PROFIT SAVE THE EARTH FOUNDATION.** A BOOK THAT'S FIT FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY! GO AHEAD! ... BUY THIS BOOK NOW! GET STARTED IN YOUR EASY, FUN FILLED OCEAN EDUCATION. YOU'LL ENJOY THE BOOK, LEARN & HELP FUND OCEAN RESEARCH! ....................................................................... ALSO BE SURE TO CHECK OUT THIS BOOKS EDUCATIONAL COUNTERPART. A SERIES OF MUSICAL CD's, Mp3's, and YOU TUBE's, DEVOTED TO EXPANDING THE GENERAL PUBLICS OCEAN EDUCATION. WHILE RAISING FUNDS DIRECTED TO SCIENTIFIC OCEAN RESEARCH. AFTER YOU'VE PURCHASED THIS DELIGHTFUL BOOK, FEEL FREE TO VISIT THE FOLLOWING ADDITIONAL WEBSITES FOR MORE EXCELLENT OCEAN EDUCATION NMATERIALS; www.createspace.com/2196251 www.Amazon.com/Moods of the Ocean www.Amazon.com/Emotion for the Ocean ww.savetheearth.org

Environmental Health Literacy
Environmental Health Literacy

Author: Symma Finn

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2018-09-12

Total Pages: 348

ISBN-13: 3319941089

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This book explores various and distinct aspects of environmental health literacy (EHL) from the perspective of investigators working in this emerging field and their community partners in research. Chapters aim to distinguish EHL from health literacy and environmental health education in order to classify it as a unique field with its own purposes and outcomes. Contributions in this book represent the key aspects of communication, dissemination and implementation, and social scientific research related to environmental health sciences and the range of expertise and interest in EHL. Readers will learn about the conceptual framework and underlying philosophical tenets of EHL, and its relation to health literacy and communications research. Special attention is given to topics like dissemination and implementation of culturally relevant environmental risk messaging, and promotion of EHL through visual technologies. Authoritative entries by experts also focus on important approaches to advancing EHL through community-engaged research and by engaging teachers and students at an early age through developing innovative STEM curriculum. The significance of theater is highlighted by describing the use of an interactive theater experience as an approach that enables community residents to express themselves in non-verbal ways.

Endless Novelties of Extraordinary Interest
Endless Novelties of Extraordinary Interest

Author: Doug Macdougall

Publisher: Yale University Press

Published: 2019-08-20

Total Pages: 282

ISBN-13: 030024908X

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A gripping tale of exploration aboard H.M.S. Challenger, an expedition that laid the foundations for modern oceanography From late 1872 to 1876, H.M.S. Challenger explored the world’s oceans. Conducting deep sea soundings, dredging the ocean floor, recording temperatures, observing weather, and collecting biological samples, the expedition laid the foundations for modern oceanography. Following the ship’s naturalists and their discoveries, earth scientist Doug Macdougall engagingly tells a story of Victorian-era adventure and ties these early explorations to the growth of modern scientific fields. In this lively story of discovery, hardship, and humor, Macdougall examines the work of the expedition’s scientists, especially the naturalist Henry Moseley, who rigorously categorized the flora and fauna of the islands the ship visited, and the legacy of John Murray, considered the father of modern oceanography. Macdougall explores not just the expedition itself but also the iconic place that H.M.S. Challenger has achieved in the annals of ocean exploration and science.