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[STUDIO] You are never far from a fish. They live in the highest mountain streams and the deepest ocean depths. Flip through fish history to find out how their ancestors rose up over eons to emerge as the most diverse group of vertebrates on earth. And learn how our nursery research sends hatchlings on a vital journey that may one day shape the future of fish everywhere. 

#fish #conservation #fisheries #aquaculture #adaptations #ecosystems #aquarium #science #SDG14

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About This Program

Cost

Point to Point: $180.00
Point to Point Premium: $162.00


Programming available 9:00 am–5:00 pm ET. Weekend and after hours (5 pm ET) requests are available for an additional fee. There is a convenience fee for calls that require rental of a H.323/SIP Room Connector.

Billing Questions: please contact our Operations & Administration Manager (educate@mote.org, 941-388-4441;348).

Sarasota Teachers: Our EdExploreSRQ listings are eligible for funding from the Community Foundation of Sarasota County, as well as the Education Foundation of Sarasota County. Find out how to fund your virtual field trip.


Length

35–55 minutes


Target Audience

Education: Grade(s) 3, 4, 5, Homeschool/Family , Learning Pod Other Public Library: Library Patrons

Minimum participants:

1

Maximum participants:

100


Primary Disciplines

Sciences, STEM


Program Delivery Mode

Videoconference - H.323 (Polycom, Cisco/Tandberg, LifeSize, etc...)
Videoconference – Webcam/desktop (Zoom, Google Meet, Cisco WebEx, GoToMeeting, Microsoft Teams, etc...)
Webinar
Google Hang Out
Zoom
WebEx
Microsoft Teams



Booking Information

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Receive this program and 9 more for one low price when you purchase the CILC Virtual Expeditions package. Learn more

For more information contact CILC at (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

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Mote Marine Laboratory - SEA Trek

Sarasota, FL
United States

Experience the wonders of the ocean from the comfort of your own classroom with Mote Marine Laboratory's Virtual Field 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!

Contact:
Jason Robertshaw
seatrek@mote.org
(941) 388-2904

Program Details

Format

1. Prior knowledge
2. Kinds of fish (biodiversity, compare and contrast)
3. Fish adaptations and senses (simulated toy dissection)
4. Conservation and research (stewardship)
5. Questions and answers

Objectives

The students will compare and contrast different kinds of fish at Mote Aquarium. Discuss the anatomy and physiology of bony fish (including the senses) through a simulated toy dissection of a piranha. List up to three stewardship actions to help conserve threatened fish species.