!Live: Alligator

Length

Up to 30 minutes

Target Audience

Education: Grade(s) Pre-K Students, Kindergarten, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Teacher(s)/Educator(s), Parent, Adult Learners, Homeschool/Family , Learning Pod

Minimum participants:

1

Maximum participants:

100

Primary Disciplines

Career & Technical Education (CTE), Science, STEM

Program Delivery Mode

Zoom

Booking Information

We will begin accepting request for this program after October 4, 2024.

Segments may vary due to weather and veterinary priorities. We will make every effort to deliver the segments as described but may use a combination of live and recorded video when required. Please make your requests at least three weeks in advance.

You will receive two confirmations from us. One will come from support@cilc.org. Another will be a Google calendar invite from studiowest@mote.org. Please check your spam filters for these messages. You will also receive reminder and feedback emails from these addresses.

Book it!

For more information contact CILC by email info@cilc.org or by phone (507) 388-3672

Provider's Cancellation Policy

Effective 8/15/2023, the following policies apply to ALL Mote Outreach (Classroom, Auditorium, Science Talks, Exploration Stations) and SEA Trek programs: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hP-jZjauyF4uEDxjuMom3OajUwayUCzDPjLA58FKCR4/edit?usp=sharing

About This Provider

 

Mote Marine Laboratory

Sarasota, FL
United States

Experience the wonders of the ocean from the comfort of your own classroom or home with Mote Marine Laboratory's Virtual Focus Trips! As a world-class, AZA-accredited nonprofit marine research institution, we bring the excitement of authentic research and hands-on learning to you. From chatting with a shark trainer in our stunning aquarium, to exploring the Florida Keys and observing coral reefs like a real scientist, our virtual lessons are designed to engage and inspire your students. Aligned with state and national education standards, our lessons range from 30 to 60 minutes and provide a unique and thrilling way to dive into STEM topics. Join us on a virtual adventure and unlock the mysteries of the ocean!

HURRICANE HELENE UPDATE
Our main campus and virtual learning studios are in Sarasota, Florida. Both our campuses on City Island and Anna Maria Island had some water intrusion from the storm surge. We've got professionals on-site handling the cleanup, but it's going to take a while. Because of that, Mote Aquarium and the Education and Outreach Center on Anna Maria City Pier will stay closed for now. The good news is all of our animals are safe and have been well cared for throughout the storm and its aftermath. And our virtual learning studios were not impacted. So we are fully virtually operational and ready to connect with you.

Program Details

Format

1. Introduction and Prior Knowledge: The program kicks off with an introduction to alligators and other reptiles, encouraging participants to share any facts or insights they’ve gathered beforehand.
2. Segment 1 - Meet Rose the Alligator: Participants are introduced to Rose, Mote Aquarium’s resident alligator, while learning about the physical characteristics, behaviors, and adaptations of reptiles.
3. Video 1 - Reptile Care and Husbandry: A short video is shown, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the specialized care and husbandry practices for alligators at the aquarium.
4. Segment 2 - Crocodilian Diversity and Ecosystem Roles: The presenter dives into the diversity of crocodilians and the critical role alligators play as ecosystem engineers in Florida’s wetlands.
5. Video 2 - Conservation Success Stories: Participants watch a brief video highlighting global conservation efforts to protect crocodilians and the successful recovery of the American Alligator.
6. Segment 3 - Q&A Session: The program concludes with an interactive Q&A session, where participants can ask questions and engage in discussions about alligators, reptiles, and conservation.

Objectives

1. The participant will identify key characteristics of American Alligators and other crocodilians through interactive segments and videos.
2. The participant will describe the role of alligators as ecosystem engineers in Florida’s wetlands, based on presented information and discussions.
3. The participant will analyze the conservation status of various crocodilian species and evaluate the effectiveness of current conservation efforts.
4. The participant will create a summary of how alligators are cared for at Mote Aquarium, incorporating insights from the behind-the-scenes video.
5. The participant will engage in a Q&A session to discuss and ask questions about alligator behavior, habitat, and conservation.

Standards Alignment

National Standards

LS1A 3-5 -- Structure and function
LS1A K-2 -- Structure and function
LS1D 3-5 -- Information Processing
LS1D K-2 -- Information Processing

• SDG15 - Life On Land

State Standards

Florida Next Generation Sunshine State Standards (NGSSS)
• SC.4.L.17.4
• SC.5.L.17.2