Sites for Teachers
Summary of Estimated Annual Benefits from Tampa Bay PORTS®
This PDF file is the published findings of a case study at Tampa Bay, FL of agencies that used and did not use the PORTS® and the results measured in economic gain or loss.
http://tidesandcurrents.noaa.gov/publications/Estimated_Economic_Benefits_from_NOAA_PORTS_report.pdf
Drawing Lines In The Water
Explores the complexities of ocean ownership and how countries draw boundaries and the need for regulation.
http://www.oceancommission.gov/documents/full_color_rpt/03a_primer.pdf
TIDAL DATUMS AND THEIR APPLICATIONS
This 132 page PDF is a detailed look at tidal datums. It provides a glossary of terms and acronyms
http://tidesandcurrents.noaa.gov/publications/tidal_datums_and_their_applications.pdf
OCEANS Into the Next Millennium of Oceanographic Research
This 10 page PDF explores the Oceans as an essential part of life on this unique planet. It describes biodiversity and the challenges to maintain the oceanic environments due to human activities.
http://www.publicaffairs.noaa.gov/oceans.pdf
Tides
This page is a gateway to lessons and support materials for teachers to develop a curriculum on the causes and impact of tides
http://www.education.noaa.gov/Ocean_and_Coasts/Tides.html
The Importance of Monitoring the Tides and Their Currents
This page is part of a series on Tides and Water levels.
http://oceanservice.noaa.gov/education/tutorial_tides/tides09_monitor.html
How [Do] Currents Affect Our Lives?
This tutorial deals with how currents can be measured and forecast to enhance safety of commerce, recreation, clean-up and search and rescue missions on the ocean.
http://oceanservice.noaa.gov/education/tutorial_currents/07affect.html
