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Did you ever wonder what happens when our aquatic environments are not cared for?  Take for instance an oil spill or run off from coastal pollution such as home septic systems or contamination from surrounding factories.  Have you ever thought about what happens to the environment and the aquatic life living there? 

In this course, students will learn about the effects of pollution on our aquatic environments from factors such as manufacturing, development, human contribution, and invasive species. They will have the opportunity to learn about events in history that changed our aquatic environment for years to come such as oil spills that have not only impacted our oceans but had devastating consequences for the wildlife in the area. We will also look at potential pollution problems such as from pesticides and unsustainable practices that can have devastating impacts on coastal areas such as estuaries and sea grass beds, which support a wealth of extraordinary marine organisms. 

Week 1: Introduction and Effects of Nitrogen Pollution
Week 2: Pollution from Oil Spills
Week 3: Pollution in the Black Sea
Week 4: Pollution in Coral Reef Environments

There are no pre-requisites required for this course just an interest in protecting the environment.  
Students will work with Nearpod, an interactive software program that allows students to participate in discussion boards, answer short quizzes, and watch interactive videos that pertain to course material.  There are no pre-requisites for this course, just a love for animals and the environment.
Students will also work with CK-12 an interactive learning platform, that allows students to answer practice tests, read articles, and work in interactive textbooks. Assignments will be assigned in this platform weekly. Each student will be provided with their own login information to access their assignments and readings, which the teacher will set up.