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Explore expert videos on hydrothermal vents, underwater robotics (ROVs), and other deep-sea exploration topics.

Providing a variety of learning and teaching tools designed to engage broad audiences and enhance America’s environmental literacy through the excitement of ocean discovery. Follow ocean explorations in near real-time, access related lesson plans for grades 5-12, learn about ocean exploration technologies, observe remote marine flora and fauna in the multimedia gallery, and discover additional NOAA resources in their virtual library.

New Statement Says: You Can’t Be Scientifically or Environmentally Literate Without Being Ocean Literate

NOAA's Ocean Explorer site offers over 140 lesson plans, numerous professional development opportunities for educators, and an explanation of ocean careers. It contains video clips and images from 5 years of NOAA oceanic research expeditions. It is not only breathtaking to investigate, but this site has a wealth of information and incredible resources to teach from, enjoy and share.

A broad searchable collection of lessons and media including hydrothermal vents, ROVs, and deep-sea ecosystems.

by Peter Neill, World Ocean Observatory