Explore this newly updated module for grades 6–12, launched in August 2024. Using current and historic data—like ocean surface temperature and accumulated heat stress—students will uncover how scientists monitor and evaluate the health of coral reefs around the world.
This 5-level module includes interactive maps, graphs, and videos, offering a deep dive into the science of coral bleaching and its far-reaching global impacts.
Module Resources
Teacher Guide
This guide provides educators with lesson plans, background information and tips and strategies for using the data tools in the module.
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Video Tutorial
This eight-minute video provides educators with an overview of both the content and data tools in the module.
Video coming in September Video Tutorial
Student Worksheets (PDF)
These worksheets support the online lessons. Fillable PDFs are digital documents that students can type in and submit to a learning management system.
Fillable PDF Student Worksheets (PDF)
Student Worksheets (PPT)
Worksheets in this format give educators flexibility to add (or edit) content for a specific grade level or course.
Editable PPT Student Worksheets (PPT)
Worksheet Answer Keys
Answer keys are available for checking and reviewing answers with students.
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Science Standards
A guide to understanding how this module supports the NGSS and three dimensional learning for middle and high school students.
Read NGSS Connections Science Standards
Module Integration
There are many ways to integrate some or all of the lessons in this module into a unit or course. One example, aimed at middle school teachers, is provided here.
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