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Earthwatch Institute engages people worldwide in scientific field research and education to promote the understanding and action necessary for a sustainable environment. We believe that teaching and promoting scientific literacy is the best way to systematically approach and solve the many complex environmental and social issues facing society today.
| Hello, my name is Barbara Muren, Network Manager at Snively Elementary in Winter Haven, FL. I am also a Teacher Consultant with the Florida Geographic Alliance. The purpose of this site is to provide information about the project and a place to communicate Live from the Field with the students at Snively Elementary. The subjects we will be focusing on are science, geography, math, music, and technology. From August 27th to Sept. 2nd, I will post pictures and keep a journal of the daily activities aboard the research sailboat, Silurian. This is all possible through a generous grant given by National Geographic Education Foundation in support of the Earthwatch Education Fellowship Program and a grant from the National Geographic Education Foundation to promote geographic literacy through field research, technology, and collaboration. Thank You, also, to Polk County School Board, my principal, Dr. Joann McKinney, and all the teachers and students at Snively Elementary for their ongoing support. Especially Ms. Lambeth, thank you for making it possible to video conference. |
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Where are the Hebrides?
The Hebrides are a group of inner and outer islands off the west coast of Scotland. This link www.whaledolphintrust.co.uk is a great description of the Hebrides and also includes a map. * Use this United Kingdom Map to find Tobermory, Isle of Mull, an inner island of the Hebridean Sea. It is our rendezvous point for this project. For a real cool view, use your Google Earth program and fly to Tobermory. What specific Whales and Dolphins are we researching? The focus of our research includes the harbor porpoise, minke whale, bottlenose dolphin, grey and common seals and basking sharks. * Check out: HWDT for great descriptions and images. Why are we collecting data on the Hebridean cetaceans? The information will identify particular areas of importance or "hotspots" for cetaceans. This will provide an effective conservation strategy, the conservation of marine environment. Results: economic and social benefits to the whole region and protected areas for the cetaceans. * Check out: HWDT Is there a specific time to do this research? This project has expeditions running from mid April till the end of September. Moreover, the community members of the area are thoroughly involved with the research. Even visitors can fill out an online form of their exciting sightings. * Check out: HWDT |
The air temp = 14 degrees C and the water temp = 24 degrees C. Students using the conversion formula, figure out what these temperatures would be in Farenheit.
posted by barefootin' @ Monday, August 28, 2006
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Bulletin Wall in the Media Center at Snively Elementary.
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Killer Whales
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Ms. Mastrangelo,
Please email David Waldrop and explain the block msg you are getting. No sightings of Nessy but a few porpoises and common dolphins. Knock on wood that I haven't gotten sea sick yet; however, we have been going on the inner passage and there aren't any swells. The biggest whale we will most likely see is the Minke whale. I placed a book of whales on the table in the library. It shows all the whales and compares their lengths. Check out the size compared to humans.
Mrs. McKinney,
Yes, I did bring my dry suit but don't know if I will brave the cold - will at least long enough to wait for the dolphins to come by. Knowing me - I will try. We haven't seen any whales yet.
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