Indian River Lagoon Educational Projects

The video introduces Cocoa Beach, Florida, and the local high school's plan to build an outdoor science classroom on the Indian River Lagoon. The project aims to educate the community about environmental issues and enhance students' learning experiences. Teachers Kevin Ebright and Julie share their backgrounds and emphasize the importance of hands-on learning and community involvement in environmental science.

What is the primary goal of the proposed outdoor science classroom at Cocoa Beach Junior Senior High School?

• To increase tourism in Cocoa Beach

• To provide hands-on learning experiences

• To build a new sports facility

• To improve the school's infrastructure

Why is the Indian River Lagoon important to the Cocoa Beach community?

• It is a popular fishing spot

• It is the only place to see dolphins

• It is a key area for tourism and recreation

• It is a major source of drinking water

What event in 2016 highlighted the environmental issues facing the Indian River Lagoon?

• A major hurricane

• A significant fishkill

• A drought

• A forest fire

What was Kevin Ebright's profession before teaching at Cocoa Beach High?

• Veterinarian

• Zookeeper

• Aquarium educator

• Marine biologist

What does Kevin Ebright believe is the benefit of the proposed dock and marine lab?

• It will provide unique hands-on experiences

• It will attract more teachers

• It will reduce pollution

• It will increase school funding

What types of projects do Julie's students conduct on the Indian River Lagoon?

• Building boats

• Sampling water parameters

• Fishing competitions

• Bird watching

What is the primary focus of Julie's teaching approach?

• Lectures and exams

• Field trips and hands-on projects

• Online courses

• Guest speakers

How does the community benefit from the students' projects on the Indian River Lagoon?

• They can participate in sports activities

• They receive free fish

• They gain awareness and education

• They get discounts on school events

What is the purpose of reporting water parameter data to the Marine Resource Council?

• To attract tourists

• To create a new curriculum

• To monitor the health of the lagoon

• To sell the data for profit

What is the global impact of the data collected from the Indian River Lagoon?

• It is used to create documentaries

• It is sold to international companies

• It helps in global environmental research

• It is used to build new schools