12 of 13 results for "ocean ecosystems"
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Reducing Human Impact on Our Oceans
In this lesson, students will collaborate to understand how marine life is affected by human actions. The Dive into this engaging lesson where your students will uncover how human actions affect marine life. Kick things off with a fun game of "Three Truths and a Lie" about the ocean to spark curiosity and get everyone talking. Then, break into small groups and tackle a jigsaw activity as students watch short, thought-provoking videos about ocean animals and human impact. Together, they’ll share insights, tackle discussion questions, and use their newfound knowledge to create eye-catching infographics. These creations will inspire others to take action and protect our incredible oceans!
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The Oceans Lesson Collection

Explore the impact of human activity on our oceans with this comprehensive lesson collection. Featuring curated BBC video clips and printable activities, these resources dive into topics like pollution, overfishing, and ocean habitats, helping students understand the challenges facing ocean life and inspiring them to become ocean conservation advocates.

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The Whale Playlist: 12 Videos About Whales

Dive into the captivating world of whales with this BBC Learning Hub playlist, featuring 12 stunning clips from landmark BBC series. Explore the lives of blue whales, orcas, and grey whales as they glide through oceans, communicate, hunt, and nurture their young. Perfect for sparking curiosity, these breathtaking videos bring the majestic giants of the sea into your classroom or home.

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Coral Bleaching

In Coral Bleaching, witness the effects of global warming on coral ecosystems. The world’s oceans are warming due to climate change, which negatively affects coral reefs, home to about a quarter of all ocean life. Coral is highly sensitive to temperature changes, and as ocean temperatures rise, coral bleaching becomes more extreme. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Climate Change — The Facts, a documentary that delves into the science of climate change and its far-reaching consequences.

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3D-Printed Terracotta Reefs Offer New Hope for Saving Coral Ecosystems
The article "3D-Printed Terracotta Reefs Offer New Hope for Saving Coral Ecosystems" from BBC Science Focus reveals that Israeli researchers are creating detailed artificial coral reefs using 3D printing. These terracotta reefs mimic real coral shapes and offer homes for marine organisms, helping coral reefs recover. The goal is to use this technology in oceans around the world to support marine biodiversity.
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Plastic in the Ocean: A New Geological Era
In Plastic in the Ocean: A New Geological Era, host Simon Reeve visits with an expert on plastic pollution and observes visible integration of plastics into the soil and even the food chain in the Mediterranean Sea. This video is excerpted from BBC's Incredible Journeys With Simon Reeve, a series that highlights one journalist’s travels across the globe and the diverse cultures and peoples he meets along the way.
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Plastic Pollution in the Oceans: A Global Crisis
In Plastic Pollution in the Oceans: A Growing Crisis, host Simon Reeve encounters the devastating effects of the plastic trash that is overwhelming islands like the Maldives and Hawaii. This video is excerpted from BBC's Incredible Journeys With Simon Reeve, a series that highlights one journalist’s travels across the globe and the diverse cultures and peoples he meets along the way.
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The Ultimate Shark Playlist

Dive into the incredible world of sharks with this thrilling BBC Learning Hub playlist! From the sleek and powerful great white to the gentle giant whale shark and the uniquely shaped hammerhead, these videos showcase the beauty and mystery of the ocean's most iconic predators. Perfect for sparking curiosity and a little shark-inspired awe in your classroom! 🦈

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Seaweed 101

In Seaweed 101, Ranger Hamza and the Ramblers are at the beach! Come along as they explore the beach and learn how seaweed helps life. This video is excerpted from BBC's Ranger Hamza’s Eco Quest, a nature exploration show in which Ranger Hamza and the Ramblers go on quests to discover nature’s wonders and the important role they play in our environment.

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Seaweed Study

In Seaweed Study, Ranger Hamza and the Ramblers try a new food — seaweed! Seaweed has lots of vitamins and is good for people, too. Come along as the Ramblers explore the beach and learn how seaweed attaches to rocks, floats in the water, and produces oxygen. This video is excerpted from BBC's Ranger Hamza’s Eco Quest, a nature exploration show in which Ranger Hamza and the Ramblers go on quests to discover nature’s wonders and the important role they play in our environment.

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Beachcombing: Finding Treasure in the Sand

In Beachcombing: Finding Treasure in the Sand, Ranger Hamza and the Ramblers look for treasure on the beach. They’re going beachcombing! Come along to discover limpets, sea snails, and learn what else is revealed when the tide moves out, leaving behind a rock pool. This video is excerpted from BBC's Ranger Hamza’s Eco Quest, a nature exploration show in which Ranger Hamza and the Ramblers go on quests to discover nature’s wonders and the important role they play in our environment.

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Coral Reefs in the Maldives: The Impact of Climate Change
In Coral Reefs in the Maldives: The Impact of Climate Change, host Simon Reeve goes snorkeling with a marine biologist from the Maldives, where he discovers a troubling pattern affecting the reef. This video is excerpted from BBC's Incredible Journeys With Simon Reeve, a series that highlights one journalist’s travels across the globe and the diverse cultures and peoples he meets along the way.