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JASON XIV: From Shore to Sea.
For the 2002-2003 school year, JASON XIV: From Shore to Sea will bring students and teachers on an exciting expedition of the Channel Islands. This incredible chain of eight islands off the coast of California is known most for its dynamic geological history and unique ecological niches.
The JASON team will study both terrestrial and marine ecosystems that extend from the California coastline to the Channel Islands Marine Sanctuary to the islands themselves. More specifically, the Research Team will look at the following themes:
- History of maritime culture in California's Channel Island region
- Culture of Native Chumash
- Marine and terrestrial ecosystems of the Channel Islands
- Tools and methods of scientific research
- Geology and geologic history
- Watershed studies
- Inter-relationships of ecosystems
- Management and monitoring of natural resources
Discipline Topics
Life Science: Marine Mammals: Kelp Forests * Marine, Terrestrial, Coastal, and Island Ecosystems * Local Aquatic Field Study * Endemic and Exotic Species * Biodiversity * Ecology
Earth and Space Sciences: Geology * Plate Tectonics * Geologic History * Satellite Remote Sensing * Climatology
Physical Science: Visible Light * Light Absorption and Transmission * Chlorophyll Fluorescence * Buoyancy * Movement and Aerodynamic Design * Convection Cycles * Heat Transfer
Oceanography: Waves and Currents * Ocean Color * Upwelling * El Nino
Geography: Mapping * GPS * GIS
Social Studies: Migration * Colonization * Adaptation and Survival * Native Chumash Culture * History and Language * Art
English Language Arts: Reading and Comprehension * Journaling * Storytelling * Use of Technological and Informational Resources * Communication Skills * Discussion Prompts
Mathematics: Numbers and Operation * Algebra * Geometry * Measurements * Data Analysis * Problem Solving * Reasoning and Proof * Communication * Connections * Representation
The Fine Arts: Cultural Art Forms * Visual and Performing Arts
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