World Ocean Observatory (W2O) is pleased to share World Ocean Explorer, a first-of-its-kind immersive virtual aquarium. Deep Sea, sponsored by Schmidt Ocean Institute, is the first exhibit in the virtual aquarium, showcasing deep-sea discoveries. The Hub is the main entryway into World Ocean Explorer virtual aquarium, with access to all exhibits from the main space. THE HUB will also contain the Ocean Classroom Educational Resource Center and Ocean Theater with a catalog of short and feature length ocean films.
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are focused, evocative, timely, and are made possible through the support of our sponsors. They will fit in small spaces, are economical to produce, and are well-suited for schools, libraries, museums and aquaria, and any other educational organization. Subjects such as exploration, maritime culture, art, literature, shipbuilding, transportation, trade, and more. Explore World Ocean Exhibits
Weekly 5-minute broadcasts offer meaningful, relevant, science-based information, news and commentary about the state of the climate and ocean. Interstitial first-person essays reporting on the issues we’re most concerned with today and sharing the things that engage and inspire us. Commentary on the latest innovative technologies, exemplary projects and solutions, successes, and heroes, and the waypoints forward toward a sustainable future ocean. World Ocean Radio broadcast its 700th episode in January 2024.
World Ocean Observatory is proud to partner on a series of provocative publications about the ocean, published in association with Leete's Island Books. Five titles have been published to date with a sixth slated for spring 2024.
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WORLD OCEAN RADIO Five-minute weekly insights dive into ocean science, advocacy and education, hosted by Peter Neill, Director of the W2O, author, and lifelong ocean advocate. Episodes offer perspectives on global ocean issues, today’s challenges, marine science and policy, and exemplary solutions. Available for RSS feed, podcast, and syndicated use at no cost by community radio stations worldwide. |
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WORLD OCEAN EXPLORER: INTRODUCING OUR OCEAN WORLD DEEP SEA is the premiere exhibit of Explorer, showcasing encounters and discoveries made during Schmidt Ocean Institute's deep-sea expeditions. |
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OCEAN CURRICULUM CATALOG Looking for activities, lesson plans, science projects or marine species resources for the classroom? Our Curriculum Catalog provides a comprehensive list of links to educational content, lesson plans, and educational activities for kindergarten through secondary programs. |
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VISUALIZATION THEATER Modern data visualizations offer innovative and fascinating ways to look at, actively engage in, and interpret data and ocean events. Visualization Theater has the potential to transform the way in which we engage with and learn about scientific facts related to the world ocean. |
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Visit W2O's YouTube Channel to find a variety of engaging, cutting-edge, beautiful, informative, thoughtful and relevant original and curated content. Our intent is to communicate the full spectrum of today's ocean issues: climate, fresh water, food, energy, trade, transportation, public health, finance, governance, recreation, culture and more. Subscribe today. |
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WORLD OCEAN PUBLICATIONS 100% Fish: How Smart Seafood Companies Make Better Use of Resources Oceanic Feeling |
