Distance Learning

Do you want to connect your students to science, exploration, and engineering? Experience our distance learning programs for grades 2-6 with sanctuary staff delivering live programming and a question and answer session for your students.

Our team offers real-time, 45-minute interactive distance learning programs via a two-way video communication platform. These dynamic presentations include in-depth discussion, group activities, and live demonstrations. Each distance learning program will also connect your students to a corresponding virtual activity that can be done independently to "dive deeper" into the themes. Teachers can assign the virtual activities to students to be completed on their own time.

Fees apply for distance learning programs, offered in partnership with the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation. Contact explorationcenter@noaa.gov for details.

Reservations required for distance learning programs. Submit a request at least 30 days prior to your desired program date to explorationcenter@noaa.gov or call (831) 425-9993.

Grades 2-4: Dive Into Kelp Forests

Take a virtual dive in Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary kelp forests. Learn about some of the animals that call this incredible ecosystem home!

Grades 3-5: Protect Your Watershed

Learn how water travels from land to sea and the importance of good water quality as water enters the sanctuary.

Grades 3-5: Deep-sea Discovery

Dive deep! Learn how scientists explore deep-sea habitats and creatures. Take a virtual trip to the Monterey Submarine Canyon, Davidson Seamount, and explore the deep-sea octopus nursery!

Grades 3-5: Sounds in the Sanctuary

Listen to the sounds of the sanctuary! Learn why animals use sounds underwater and how scientists study it.

Grades 4-6: Plankton Exploration

Explore the world of plankton and learn all about the microscopic algae and animals in Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. Learn how the plankton can affect the color of the ocean and the health of our ecosystem.