!LIVE: Otters

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 PodPublic Library: Library Patrons, Library Staff

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 begins with an introduction to North American River Otters, discussing their importance in aquatic ecosystems and inviting participants to share any facts or questions they may have.
2. Segment 1 - Meet Our Otters: Participants are introduced to the otters at Mote Aquarium—Pipi, Jane, and Huck—and learn about their behaviors, adaptations, and roles in their habitat.
3. Video 1 - Otter Care and Training: A short behind-the-scenes video is shown, highlighting the care and training of otters at Mote, showcasing their daily routines and enrichment activities.
4. Segment 2 - The Watershed Connection: We explore the concept of ecosystems, discussing how otters and other wildlife interact with their environment and the importance of healthy watersheds for maintaining biodiversity.
5. Video 2 - Wildlife in Watersheds: A brief video compares and contrasts other animals living in watersheds, highlighting the predator-prey relationships and ecological roles they have to otters.
6. Segment 3 - Questions and Answers: The program concludes with a Q&A session, allowing participants to ask questions and engage in discussions about otters, their habitats, and conservation efforts.

Objectives

1. The learner will identify the physical adaptations of North American River Otters and explain how these adaptations help them thrive in their aquatic environments.
2. The learner will discuss the importance of healthy watersheds and how river otters and other wildlife interact with their environments.
3. The learner will analyze the care and training practices for otters at Mote Aquarium and their impact on the otters' well-being and behavior.
4. The learner will compare river otters with other animals living in watersheds, highlighting similarities and differences in their ecological roles.

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