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Exploring the Deep Ocean

Exploring the Deep Ocean

NOAA Professional Development

  • Georgia Aquarium

  • December 5, 2026

  • 8:30am - 4:00pm

For Educators of Grades 6-12

Educators of grades 6-12 are invited to join a NOAA Ocean Exploration facilitator for a full-day, in-person professional development workshop. Together we’ll dive into the diverse reasons why it is important to explore the ocean and the variety of tools and technologies that drive how we conduct expeditions in some of the most remote places on the planet.

Register Now

Register by November 27, 2026.

Workshop Details

This fun-filled, full-day workshop will include:
– An introduction to why and how we explore the ocean
– Several hands-on activities that support current science standards
– Reflection and discussion focused on classroom implementation
– A guided tour of additional free, online ocean education resources to bring the excitement of deep-sea exploration alive in the classroom

Registration is required and space is limited. Registered educators will receive a collection of resources to continue exploring the deep ocean with NOAA in their classrooms including lessons, videos, fact sheets, and more. Additionally, educators that attend the full day, in- person workshop will receive a Certificate of Participation, and a $100 stipend.

Lessons are designed for grades 6-12, but may be adapted to additional grades.