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 The Gulf Stream Voyage has been developed as a guide to assist students as they discover and explore the many wonders of the Gulf Stream through various activities using real time data and primary source materials.

Teachers:  Besides using this complete tutorial , you may choose to use one or more individual acitivities to supplement lessons in other traditional curriculum areas.  Each activity has been written to be used on its' own in a science classroom that doesn't traditionally cover marine science.  Refer to the Subject Guide to determine the individual lessons that are appropriate for your class.  Refer to the Teacher Guide  to find individual lesson plans and student worksheets for each activity.
 In order to complete your Gulf Stream Voyage.....
  • Proceed through the lessons in the Real Time Data Activities Page.
  • As you proceed through each lesson, you will see our Question Button.  Click on the button below to practice using it.
 Question Button
  • Answer the questions and/or follow the directions in the Pop-Up Windows as you proceed with each lesson. 
  • Once you are finished with one lesson, return to the Real Time Activities Page to continue with the next available lesson.
  • After completing all of the lessons, you will be ready to discover other ocean surface currents.  Take the Test that is available to apply your new knowledge across the globe. 
  • Proceed to the Enrichment Activities to complete some advanced activities about the Gulf Stream.
  • Continue on to the Language Arts & History Activities to learn how the Gulf Stream has been a part of American History and to practice your creative writing skills.
  • Lastly, you may submit any/all your work to the project website for everyone to see.
( For more information about incorporating this project into your lesson plan visit the Teacher Area.)
 
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