2006, Oceanography 19(3):146–149, http://dx.doi.org/10.5670/oceanog.2006.56

HANDS-ON OCEANOGRAPHY |
An Introduction to Finding Context

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Authors

Joceline Boucher | Corning School of Ocean Studies, Maine Maritime Academy, Castine, ME, USA

Lauren E. Sahl | Corning School of Ocean Studies, Maine Maritime Academy, Castine, ME, USA

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Purpose of Activity

In this activity, students make a single measurement (chlorophyll) for the purpose of interpreting it in a regional, seasonal, and historical context. The activity introduces students to the vast amount of online oceanographic data, builds lab skills, and requires calculations that emphasize basic concepts and unit conversions.

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Full Article

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Citation

Boucher, J., and L.E. Sahl. 2006. Hands-on oceanography: An introduction to finding context. Oceanography 19(3):146–149, http://dx.doi.org/10.5670/oceanog.2006.56.

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