This course provides an introduction to the importance of biodiversity of species in the ocean and how biodiversity of species can be protected.
Lesson 1 - What does biodiversity mean?
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This lesson explores the meaning of biodiversity and what contributes to the strength of a species.
Learning activities: Discuss how the vaquita has become endangered. Research two endangered species – check its population status and the reason for its endangered status.
Lesson 2 - What is threatening biodiversity?
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This lesson covers the issue of pollution, including plastics, chemicals, oil and noise.
Learning activities: Discuss the implications of pollution. Research an endangered species, which threats contribute to its status and what is the impact on the ecosystem.
Lesson 3 - What is threatening biodiversity?
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This lesson looks at the issues of climate change and introduced/invasive species.
Learning activities: Research the impacts of climate change, or ocean farmed fish, on ecosystems.
Lesson 4 - What is threatening biodiversity?
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This lesson covers how the ocean is being overfished, including the issues of illegal fishing and by-catch,
Learning activities: Investigate an example of overfishing and its impacts on biodiversity. Create a poster or infographic explaining the issue of overfishing.
Lesson 5 - How can we protect biodiversity?
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This lesson explores how to take a stand against pollution, address climate change and which measures to take against overfishing.
Learning activities: Discuss the violations and crimes taking place on fishing vessels. Research and discuss the roles of marine reserves and CITES.