After watching a video of the Okeanos and its exploration somewhere in the Pacific Trench, we had another assignment to do. It's just like the assignment we had last time, watch a video and answer questions. This is my work down below.
Welcome, Ocean Explorers! Please click on the link and proceed to next web site: http://www.oceanexplorer.noaa.gov/explorations/explorations.html
1. List three places in the deep sea visited by ocean explorers withing the past three years.
In 2010, ocean explorers visited the deep-sea coral communities of the Gulf of Mexico. In 2011, the ocean explorers visited and explored the Maya of the Yucatan. Then, in 2012, they visited and explored a deepwater platform coral down in the Gulf of Mexico.
2. Now proceed to this website: http://www.oceanexplorer.noaa.gov/edu/oceanage/welcome.html
There are many individuals studying the deep sea or involved with work done there. List at least five, and describe their field of research or work they have done.
Dr. Robert Ballad - He is a visionary oceanographer who has worked on the investigations of the Titanic shipwreck. He is currently at work and a bit busy, having to develop a new graduate program in an archaeological oceanography at the University of Rhode Island, and figuring out ways to improve his telepresence program.
Dr. Amy Baco-Taylor - She is a "visiting investigator". She works at the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution. She studies deep-sea corals and whale falls.
Dr. Peter Auster - This man is a fish ecologist who uses many types of water transports-activities to help collect data and information for his job. He works at the University of Connecticut. His job is to find, collect data and study the population and "abundance" of fish.
Edith A. Widder - This woman is a senior scientist at the Harbor Branch Oceanographic Association. She is also the co-founder of the Ocean Research and Conservation Association, the ORCA. Her job is to use submersibles to look at the life undersea..
Jill Heinerth - This person is a professional underwater filmmaker and photographer. She even has an independent production company! Jill's job is to explore the depths of the deep blue sea to take photos and videos of the wonderous life underneath and to take them up for many others to see.
3. Describe what your day might be like if you were a marine mammal biologist.
If I was a marine mammal biologist, I'd be trumped with work to do; I'd have to analyze and collect information on marine animals. I'd also have to CONDUCT science... at sea.
4. In some ways, deep-sea explorers of modern times are similar to historic explorers. They are brave, curious men and women who are at the cutting edge of their fielf of interest. They are very unique individuals. One of the senior scientists interviewed on the OceanAGE Web page explains the difference between a submarine and a submersible. Find her name and record what she says about the difference.
This very unique individual who happens to be a senior scientist is (Mrs/s.) Edith Widder. She uses submersibles to help her work with her job.
5. What is the name of the fish ecologist who wanted to be an astronaut until he realized that the ocean was virtually unexplored and the other-worldly creatures that he wanted to see and study were living right here at home?
(Mr.) Peter Auster!
6. How do you think exploring the deep sea is similar to exploring outer space?
Well, one, your objective and mission is to find out something and exploring the sea/space. This area is a completely new experience for you in which you don't know anything about it. You want to find more, and that's why this is your mission: Explore. As other explorers have explored a specific area of sea/space, they will collect the data and put it into a log, or book. That data will help YOU improve your mission. You are using that data to help yourself learn more about the deep blue/black sea/space.
7. Which ocean explorer traces his interest in ocean science to a vacation with his parents to the Florida Keys when he was five or six and encountered a manatee?
(Mr.) Brian Kennedy. He is a NOAA Corps Officer on board the NOAA Ship Okeanos Explorer.
8. There is a big world, waiting for you to explore it, and the technology to do so gets better everyday. Yesterday's discoveries are today's necessities. Which explorer looks for marine plants and animals that produce chemicals that can be developed into drugs to treat human diseases?
Dr. John K. Reed.
9. As we learn more about Earth's ocean, we realize that even though the ocean is vast, its resources are limited and need protection. Which marine ecologist looks for "sweet spots" in the ocean, places where life is rich and abundant, and then works with governments and nonprofit organizations to secure protection of those resources for future generations?
Sandra Brooke.
10. Which ocean explorer was an insect dietician and sonar operator aboard a U.S. Navy submarine before becoming chief electronics technician aboard the NOAA Ship Okeanos Explorer?
Dr. Roy Cullimore.
Congratulations, Explorers! You have successfully navigated the Deep Sea Explorer Web Quest! Now you are ready for some quiet reflection on what you learned with your colleagues.
Please proceed onto Part II: Individual Exploration.
1. Reflect and write about differences and similarities between explorers of the past and modern day explorers. What type of hardships do both have in common?
The great explorers of the past and the present have both encountered many obstacles in their course of path. There are many in which I have no clue of but I will try my best to explain the ones that I have knowledge of. One obstacle may be the absurdity of their peers. Many people have opposed their work, or even their job. That problem with always be an obstacle for someone who has thought of a new way to explore or create. Albert Einstein has admitted that even he had some admirers and some not-so-admiring people who have contradicted his ways of work. Another obstacle may be the frustration of not knowing the unknown. That is their job, of course. To explore the unknown, to discover its secrets.
2. Name some places that have been explored in modern times?
I am pretty sure the "heavenly heavens" have been explored in the modern times. In the past few years, many shuttles, satellites and spaceships have been launched into space. I also know that NASA has accomplished their mission of launching a small ROV onto Mars. (Is that a semi-exploration done in the past few years?)
3. Name places that were explored during the early history of humans?
During the early history of mankind, man has been able to explore and discover ...
4. Name a place that you have explored. What was unique about it that you think another visitor to that site would not have noticed?
Several places that I have explored are the beaches of sunny San Diego. I found it unique that all the beaches I have been to with my family have held so much history and memories in its sand, surf and sun. (Three s's.. COOL!) Every time a different, new person that comes across any kind of beach will have created some kind of memory. They may or may not remember what they did, but if sand was real and living, it'd remember. Don't you think so too?
5. Name a place that you would like to explore. What do you think you'll find there? Why?
I'd like to explore a rain forest, or even a jungle if possible. I know it may not seem so exciting to people, to learn that this nerd who eats white rice wants to explore a jungle, but that's what I want to do. I don't know what YOU'RE going to do, but this is what I yearn. There are a lot of people dedicating their lives to explore and discover the "heavenly heavens" and the "spacious blue seas", why not have other people explore other places that have been explored already? You're giving space and sea too much attention! What happened to loving the rain forests and the tree frogs? What happened? HUH? HUH??!!
6. Why is it important to document your explorations? What is your favorite way to remember your own adventures?
Sabrina and I are past our war. We have compromised. And now, we are on a mission. We are on a mission to explore. We can explore anything! Anything at all! But we chose to explore the vast desert. :/ It was her idea. (I know right?) We were on our way, wearing all white, carrying huge jugs of water, with our handy-dandy camel. We were walking along the sands, and then she spotted a new kind of lizard species. Of course, we knew it was a new species, it look like Jake the Dog from Adventure Time! We were giddy with excitement. I then swung around to grab my handy-dandy camera when I looked back, with a stricken look upon my face. We had forgotten our cameras.
If this has happened to you because you forgot to bring a recording instrument or didn't think of bringing one, then here's a good lesson why you should DOCUMENT EVERY EXPLORATION for proof of new discoveries!!
Here's the thing; you go exploring. You find something new. You want to record. No camera. What happens next? You're screwed. Nah, I'm just kiddin'. That is why you must DOCUMENT EVERY EXPLORATION for proof, young crickets. Let this be a lesson well learned. *strokes imaginary beard*
7. List a few of your science and exploration role models (alive or historic) and why they inspire you. On a sheet of notebook paper or on a computer, compose a letter to one of your science and exploration role models. Write something you would want them to know about you and why you consider them an inspiration.
eepeec fayyluurrh.
1. List three places in the deep sea visited by ocean explorers withing the past three years.
In 2010, ocean explorers visited the deep-sea coral communities of the Gulf of Mexico. In 2011, the ocean explorers visited and explored the Maya of the Yucatan. Then, in 2012, they visited and explored a deepwater platform coral down in the Gulf of Mexico.
2. Now proceed to this website: http://www.oceanexplorer.noaa.gov/edu/oceanage/welcome.html
There are many individuals studying the deep sea or involved with work done there. List at least five, and describe their field of research or work they have done.
Dr. Robert Ballad - He is a visionary oceanographer who has worked on the investigations of the Titanic shipwreck. He is currently at work and a bit busy, having to develop a new graduate program in an archaeological oceanography at the University of Rhode Island, and figuring out ways to improve his telepresence program.
Dr. Amy Baco-Taylor - She is a "visiting investigator". She works at the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution. She studies deep-sea corals and whale falls.
Dr. Peter Auster - This man is a fish ecologist who uses many types of water transports-activities to help collect data and information for his job. He works at the University of Connecticut. His job is to find, collect data and study the population and "abundance" of fish.
Edith A. Widder - This woman is a senior scientist at the Harbor Branch Oceanographic Association. She is also the co-founder of the Ocean Research and Conservation Association, the ORCA. Her job is to use submersibles to look at the life undersea..
Jill Heinerth - This person is a professional underwater filmmaker and photographer. She even has an independent production company! Jill's job is to explore the depths of the deep blue sea to take photos and videos of the wonderous life underneath and to take them up for many others to see.
3. Describe what your day might be like if you were a marine mammal biologist.
If I was a marine mammal biologist, I'd be trumped with work to do; I'd have to analyze and collect information on marine animals. I'd also have to CONDUCT science... at sea.
4. In some ways, deep-sea explorers of modern times are similar to historic explorers. They are brave, curious men and women who are at the cutting edge of their fielf of interest. They are very unique individuals. One of the senior scientists interviewed on the OceanAGE Web page explains the difference between a submarine and a submersible. Find her name and record what she says about the difference.
This very unique individual who happens to be a senior scientist is (Mrs/s.) Edith Widder. She uses submersibles to help her work with her job.
5. What is the name of the fish ecologist who wanted to be an astronaut until he realized that the ocean was virtually unexplored and the other-worldly creatures that he wanted to see and study were living right here at home?
(Mr.) Peter Auster!
6. How do you think exploring the deep sea is similar to exploring outer space?
Well, one, your objective and mission is to find out something and exploring the sea/space. This area is a completely new experience for you in which you don't know anything about it. You want to find more, and that's why this is your mission: Explore. As other explorers have explored a specific area of sea/space, they will collect the data and put it into a log, or book. That data will help YOU improve your mission. You are using that data to help yourself learn more about the deep blue/black sea/space.
7. Which ocean explorer traces his interest in ocean science to a vacation with his parents to the Florida Keys when he was five or six and encountered a manatee?
(Mr.) Brian Kennedy. He is a NOAA Corps Officer on board the NOAA Ship Okeanos Explorer.
8. There is a big world, waiting for you to explore it, and the technology to do so gets better everyday. Yesterday's discoveries are today's necessities. Which explorer looks for marine plants and animals that produce chemicals that can be developed into drugs to treat human diseases?
Dr. John K. Reed.
9. As we learn more about Earth's ocean, we realize that even though the ocean is vast, its resources are limited and need protection. Which marine ecologist looks for "sweet spots" in the ocean, places where life is rich and abundant, and then works with governments and nonprofit organizations to secure protection of those resources for future generations?
Sandra Brooke.
10. Which ocean explorer was an insect dietician and sonar operator aboard a U.S. Navy submarine before becoming chief electronics technician aboard the NOAA Ship Okeanos Explorer?
Dr. Roy Cullimore.
Congratulations, Explorers! You have successfully navigated the Deep Sea Explorer Web Quest! Now you are ready for some quiet reflection on what you learned with your colleagues.
Please proceed onto Part II: Individual Exploration.
1. Reflect and write about differences and similarities between explorers of the past and modern day explorers. What type of hardships do both have in common?
The great explorers of the past and the present have both encountered many obstacles in their course of path. There are many in which I have no clue of but I will try my best to explain the ones that I have knowledge of. One obstacle may be the absurdity of their peers. Many people have opposed their work, or even their job. That problem with always be an obstacle for someone who has thought of a new way to explore or create. Albert Einstein has admitted that even he had some admirers and some not-so-admiring people who have contradicted his ways of work. Another obstacle may be the frustration of not knowing the unknown. That is their job, of course. To explore the unknown, to discover its secrets.
2. Name some places that have been explored in modern times?
I am pretty sure the "heavenly heavens" have been explored in the modern times. In the past few years, many shuttles, satellites and spaceships have been launched into space. I also know that NASA has accomplished their mission of launching a small ROV onto Mars. (Is that a semi-exploration done in the past few years?)
3. Name places that were explored during the early history of humans?
During the early history of mankind, man has been able to explore and discover ...
4. Name a place that you have explored. What was unique about it that you think another visitor to that site would not have noticed?
Several places that I have explored are the beaches of sunny San Diego. I found it unique that all the beaches I have been to with my family have held so much history and memories in its sand, surf and sun. (Three s's.. COOL!) Every time a different, new person that comes across any kind of beach will have created some kind of memory. They may or may not remember what they did, but if sand was real and living, it'd remember. Don't you think so too?
5. Name a place that you would like to explore. What do you think you'll find there? Why?
I'd like to explore a rain forest, or even a jungle if possible. I know it may not seem so exciting to people, to learn that this nerd who eats white rice wants to explore a jungle, but that's what I want to do. I don't know what YOU'RE going to do, but this is what I yearn. There are a lot of people dedicating their lives to explore and discover the "heavenly heavens" and the "spacious blue seas", why not have other people explore other places that have been explored already? You're giving space and sea too much attention! What happened to loving the rain forests and the tree frogs? What happened? HUH? HUH??!!
6. Why is it important to document your explorations? What is your favorite way to remember your own adventures?
Sabrina and I are past our war. We have compromised. And now, we are on a mission. We are on a mission to explore. We can explore anything! Anything at all! But we chose to explore the vast desert. :/ It was her idea. (I know right?) We were on our way, wearing all white, carrying huge jugs of water, with our handy-dandy camel. We were walking along the sands, and then she spotted a new kind of lizard species. Of course, we knew it was a new species, it look like Jake the Dog from Adventure Time! We were giddy with excitement. I then swung around to grab my handy-dandy camera when I looked back, with a stricken look upon my face. We had forgotten our cameras.
If this has happened to you because you forgot to bring a recording instrument or didn't think of bringing one, then here's a good lesson why you should DOCUMENT EVERY EXPLORATION for proof of new discoveries!!
Here's the thing; you go exploring. You find something new. You want to record. No camera. What happens next? You're screwed. Nah, I'm just kiddin'. That is why you must DOCUMENT EVERY EXPLORATION for proof, young crickets. Let this be a lesson well learned. *strokes imaginary beard*
7. List a few of your science and exploration role models (alive or historic) and why they inspire you. On a sheet of notebook paper or on a computer, compose a letter to one of your science and exploration role models. Write something you would want them to know about you and why you consider them an inspiration.
eepeec fayyluurrh.