What is Bioluminescence?
Educators are invited to join NOAA Ocean Exploration’s Education Team and Georgia Aquarium in a live online professional development workshop and follow-up event to learn about the fascinating phenomenon of bioluminescence in deep-sea organisms. This three-part offering will consist of:
- A viewing of a short video with experts in bioluminescence research. Please view the video (to be sent to participants) prior to the live event!
- A 90-minute online event featuring a live, interactive question and answer session with a bioluminescence expert and an introduction and demonstration of relevant educational activities and resources. October 28, 4:30pm EST
- A 90-minute follow-up event hosted by Georgia Aquarium providing participants with the opportunity to cooperatively discuss content shared during the October 28 event and explore additional resources. November 16, 4:30pm EST
Registration is required and space is limited. Educators will receive content for review prior to the event, links to specific activities and additional resources, a NOAA Ocean Exploration Certificate of Participation, and a $75 stipend. Registrants must participate in all three parts in order to receive the certificate and stipend.
To register please visit the NOAA Eventbrite page.