Outreach & Education

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Educator Opportunities

We offer professional learning opportunities for educators, many of which involve working alongside NOAA scientists and engineers.

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Student Opportunities

We offer programs that give students and the public a better understanding of our oceans and inspire youth to pursue careers in science and technology.

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Resources

Visit our educational materials directory to find more helpful resources.

Outreach & Education

NOAA envisions healthy ecosystems, communities, and economies that are resilient in the face of change. To support this vision, our outreach and education programs aim to:

  • Educate and inspire the nation to use science toward improving our understanding of ocean life.
  • Conserve and protect our ocean resources.
  • Encourage stewardship to care for our oceans and coasts.
  • Prepare a future workforce to continue our mission.

We strive to support educational opportunities for all sectors of the public—from preschoolers to postgraduates and educators to fishermen. Explore our website to find educational resources, professional development opportunities, and upcoming events. 

Featured News

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Feature Story

Seriously Useful Seafood Tips: Shellfish and Other Farmed Seafood

New England/Mid-Atlantic
An educator standing by a stream adds data to a graph. Educator workshops supported by Chesapeake B-WET grants help make sure teachers have the tools they need to share science with today's students. Photo: Virginia Commonwealth University
Feature Story

New Grant Opportunity to Support Environmental Education in the Chesapeake Bay Watershed

New England/Mid-Atlantic
Precious red coral underwater. The low wide coral toward the bottom of the photo is precious red coral (Corallium sp.). Credit: NOAA OER, 2016 Deepwater Exploration of the Marianas.
Feature Story

Virtual and Classroom Activity Featuring the Marianas Trench Marine National Monument

Pacific Islands
Student intern taking picture of NOAA campus outside for project. After completing my research of the NOAA IRC and the ʻEwa district, I visited the IRC to capture 360 and 180 degree images for the tour.
Science Blog

Interactive Education & Sense of Place in the Age of Social Distancing: My Experience with the NOAA Hollings Preparation Program

Pacific Islands
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Upcoming Events

Educator Workshop: Green Careers for a Changing Climate

Jan 19, 2021 - Jan 21, 2021

New England/Mid-Atlantic

Educator Webinar: Green Infrastructure Efforts

Jan 20, 2021

New England/Mid-Atlantic
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