Free ocean films for educators

Post date: Jun 6, 2017 8:32:39 PM

New, Free Ocean Film Available for Educators

The latest installment of the award-winning Ocean Frontiers film series, Ocean Frontiers III: Leaders in Ocean Stewardship & the New Blue Economy, is available for educational use free of charge. It is a truly unique and hopeful ocean film that explores the intersection of national security, marine commerce and conservation. Savor rare underwater footage of stunning marine life along the coast from Virginia to Maine and hear from a range of people who are leading the way to a sustainable and thriving ocean. Watch the trailer. To request DVDs or downloads for classroom use, please complete the form at http://ocean-frontiers.org/host-a-screening.

We also offer the other three films in this four-part series free for classroom use.

Ocean Frontiers: The Dawn of a New Era in Ocean Stewardship

The first film in the series is available for free to educators in three different lengths: 20-min, 60-min, and 80-min. An inspiring voyage to coral reefs, seaports and watersheds across the country, where unlikely allies—farmers, shippers, scientists, fishermen and conservationists—are working together to sustain the sea and our ocean economies. This film is divided into four chapters, showcasing activities in four different regions of the US. Teachers often use the full-length version and cover one chapter at a time with their students.

View clips from each chapter: http://ocean-frontiers.org/the-films/ocean-frontiers

Educator Guides: http://ocean-frontiers.org/discussion-guides

Ocean Frontiers II: A New England Story for Sustaining the Sea

Off the shores of New England, in a region steeped in old maritime tradition, comes a modern wave of big ships, energy industries, and a changing climate, now testing the limits of an already crowded sea. But in a pioneering trial of far-sighted planning—pushed by blueprints for offshore wind energy—old residents and new are coming together to keep their ocean and livelihoods alive. This film is available in two lengths: 45-min (DVD or download) or 28-min (download only). Watch the trailer.

The Great Bear Sea: Reflecting on the Past – Planning for the Future

Available in 60-min and 75-min versions, this film explores ocean planning efforts undertaken by 18 First Nations and the Province of British Columbia. The Great Bear Sea is a wild expanse of ocean where whales, wolves, bears and humans thrive in rich coastal ecosystems. The Great Bear Sea is also a place where worlds collide – a place full of historic conflicts, emerging struggles over ocean resources, and now, globally leading solutions. We have curricula for elementary, secondary and post-secondary school levels to accompany this film: http://greatbearsea.net

Trailer: http://ocean-frontiers.org/great-bear-sea-trailer-2-min