"Ocean Literacy" is a set of fundamental ideas, widely accepted by the ocean education community
as the most important ideas each of us should understand and that should guide our actions.
The seven basic principles are:
The 2011 Olympic Coast National Marine Sanctuary Final Management Plan makes education and outreach
a critical mission for the sanctuary. We can accomplish our objectives by tailoring important ocean
messages to specific audiences including K-12 students, students in colleges and universities,
visitors and community members.
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Workshops improve teachers' confidence and expertise. |
For
K-12 students and teachers, Olympic Coast National Marine Sanctuary is like a textbook. The
sanctuary holds lessons in science, social studies, literature and other areas of knowledge important
for growing minds - and tomorrow's citizens. We support teachers by offering resources and training
workshops and offering the best of NOAA science resources.
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Hands-on projects teach science skills and motivate students to enjoy learning. |
Olympic Coast National Marine Sanctuary is the host office for
Pacific Northwest Bay-Watershed
Education and Training (B-WET) Grants. Learn more about how NOAA provides funding for students and
teachers for hands-on, inquiry-based outdoor learning.
Today's college and universities recognize the importance of solid preparation for students entering
science, law, environmental studies, marine policy and other career tracks. Browse our Higher
Education pages for information about internships and other adult education opportunities.
Visitors to the Olympic Coast have many opportunities to learn and experience the sanctuary.
Browse our Visitor Information pages to find a learning adventure suited to your curiosity and
favorite recreation.
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Community events bring sanctuary staff and the public together. |
Olympic Coast National Marine Sanctuary regularly conducts
Community Outreach and Education events
and programs throughout the region.
For more information on Ocean Literacy Principles and how they fit with national science education
standards, see:
the Ocean Literacy web site.