In the first 4 weeks, students will dive into the world of sea turtles, fishes, corals, sharks, and many others in an exploration that will take students into the world full of amazing creatures.  Explore areas such as the Great Barrier Reef and learn about the multitude of species of aquatic life that exist. Students will learn about coastal ecology and conservation, which will include exploring conservation groups and how they are helping to protect and conserve organisms.   We will also study the biological impacts of climate change and how it effecting marine organisms such as corals, fish, polar bears, walruses, sea lions, penguins, and sea birds.  Students will also explore deep sea biology  and learn about animals such as the lanternfish and the cookie cutter shark and discover how they are able to survive in this extreme environment.  Learn about the life cycles and different habitats of underwater organisms and what makes them so amazing and extraordinary.  Also get an introduction into why some species are at risk for extinction and what can be done to protect them.   
      In part II (weeks 4-8), students will continue explore areas such as the Great Barrier Reef and learn about the multitude of species of aquatic life that exist but also some of the chemical processes and challenges that these marine organisms face due to our ever-changing environment.  Students will learn about coastal ecology and conservation, which will include exploring conservation groups and how they are helping to protect and conserve organisms.  Students will also be looking at effects of pollution, invasive species, and processes such as coral bleaching.  We will also study the biological impacts of climate change and how it effecting marine organisms such as corals, fish, polar bears, walruses, sea lions, penguins, and sea birds.  Students will also explore deep sea biology  and continue to learn about the magnificent creatures of the deep and how they survive. Students will look deeper into processes such as photosynthesis and bioluminescence. Learn about the life cycles and different habitats of underwater organisms and what makes them so amazing and extraordinary.  Also get an introduction into why some species are at risk for extinction and what can be done to protect them. 
    In the last 4 weeks of this course, we will take an in depth look into the world of sharks. Have you ever wondered about the mysterious creatures of the deep?  Or maybe you have been fascinated by the almighty, powerful predator the great white shark.  In this class children will learn and discover the beauty of the sharks that exist in the deep as well as what makes them such powerful and spectacular creatures.  We will also look into their habitats, their migration patterns, and why they are feared by many other aquatic wildlife.  In addition, we will also examine why some species are critically endangered and at risk of extinction.  
      We will using an interactive software program called nearpod that allows students to answer questions, post ideas and collaborate with other students on class discussions.  There are no pre-requisites to this course, just an interest in learning about these amazing creatures.