New Zealand Curriculum Links
NOS- Nature of Science, U - Understanding, I - Investigating, C - Communicating, P&C - Participating & Contributing Science - Living World, LP - Life Processes, EC - Ecology, EV - Evolution, MW - Material World, CR - Chemical Reactions, SS - Social Sciences, PE - Place & Environment, CC - Continuity & Change, ICO - Identity, Culture & Organisation, MS - Maths - Statistics |
The New Zealand Marine Studies Centre education programme is supported by Ministry of Education LEOTC funding. Prices listed are for registered students at New Zealand schools. All education prices are exclusive of GST. Please contact us for pricing for other groups. |
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Mighty Molluscs
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Levels 5-7
What set of adaptations identify a mollusc and how do variations to these relate to their survival in particular niches? Classify molluscs, investigate how they feed and survey the intertidal zone to compare the distribution of two chiton species.
3 hrs Aquarium/Laboratory/Seashore. $10 per student. (Price excludes GST.)
NOS - U, I Living World Levels 5-7 LP, EC, EV |
Intertidal Investigations
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Levels 6-8
Investigate adaptations of marine species and community structure on the rocky shore using appropriate sampling techniques either as a practice (formative) or final (summative) assessment for NCEA Bio 2.4 AS 90460 or US 8929.
2 hrs Aquarium/Seashore. $7 per student. (Price excludes GST.)
NOS - U, I Living World Level 7 LP, EC, |
Diversity in Form and Function
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Levels 6-8
A comparative study to look at structure and function in relation to survival in particular niches. Aquarium interpretation in terms of adaptations observed and demonstrated with living examples Laboratory series of comparative dissections . Focus is flexible depending on teachers requirements. Respiration/gas exchange, feeding/nutrition, reproduction/life histories. Support For NCEA Bio 2.6 AS 90462 or US 8925.
2-3 hrs Aquarium/Laboratory. $7 - $10 per student. (Price excludes GST.)
NOS - U, I, P&C Living World Level 7 LP, EC, EV |
A combination of the above 2 programmes makes up a full day (5 hrs) of practical and hands on learning. |
Behaviour of Marine Invertebrates
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Levels 6-8
Investigate behaviour of marine animals in response to abiotic and biotic environmental factors. Aquarium interpretation with living examples of symbioses, predator /prey adaptations , reproductive strategies. Laboratory series of mini investigations with live examples of taxes and kineses, reproductive strategies. Support For NCEA Bio 3.4 AS 90716.
2 hrs Aquarium/Laboratory. $7 per student. (Price excludes GST.)
NOS - U, I, P&C Living World Level 8 LP, EC, |
Biological Clocks
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Levels 6-8
How do we investigate rhythmicity in behavioural responses? Investigate patterns and observe examples of biological timing in marine animals. the practice of collecting data and interpreting it in terms of free running periods and circatidal cycles. Support For NCEA Bio 3.4 AS 90716.
2 hrs Aquarium/Laboratory. $7 per student. (Price excludes GST.)
NOS - U, I Living World Level 8 LP, EC, |
It is possible to combine the above 2 programmes into a single 1 day (5 hrs) visit. |
Evolution : Patterns and processes
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Levels 6-8
Exploring living examples of adaptive radiation, divergent and convergent evolution. Using a range of tools to gather evidence for evolution-including fossils, biogeography, comparative anatomy, life histories, mRNA analysis Marine examples of allopatric and sympatric speciation. Support For NCEA Bio 3.5 AS 90717.
3.5-4hrs Aquarium/laboratory/shore. $11.50 - $13 per student. (Price excludes GST.)
NOS - U, I Living World Level 8 EC, EV |
Small Animal Study
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Levels 6-8
Focus on 1 animal species and investigate aspects of its ecological niche and its behaviour in response to abiotic and biotic factors. Design and carry out individual student investigations. Under guidance Students do practical work and data collection to meet needs of NCEA Bio 3.1 AS 90713.
3 days (approx 18 hrs) Aquarium/Laboratory/Seashore. Approx $55 per student. (Price excludes GST.)
NOS - U, I, C, P&C Living World Level 8 LP, EC |
Marine Chemistry
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Levels 6-8
Investigate water quality of Otago Harbour. Measure oxygen, salinity and nutrient (dissolved nitrates and phosphates) concentrations and develop skills in titrametric and spectorophotometric techniques. Design and carry out individual student investigations and data collection to meet needs of NCEA 3.1 AS 90694.
2 days (approx 12 hrs) Aquarium/Laboratory/Research Vessel. Approx $37 per student plus boat costs. (Price excludes GST.)
NOS - U, I Material World Level 8 CR |
