Course curriculum

  • 1

    Chapter 1: Shark Evolution

    • Pre-Quiz Evolution

    • Introduction to Shark Evolution

    • Shark Evolution Timeline

    • Introduction to Phylogeny

    • Phylogeny Activity

    • Post-Quiz: Evolution

  • 2

    Chapter 2: Shark Ecology

    • Pre-Quiz: Shark Ecology

    • Introduction to Ecology

    • Ecosystems

    • Shark Watch

    • Post-Quiz: Shark Ecology
  • 3

    Chapter 3: Shark Biology

    • Pre-Quiz: Biology

    • Breathing Strategies

    • Introduction to Shark Reproduction

    • Sensory Physiology

    • Shark Anatomy

    • Dichotomous Key Activity

    • Post-Quiz: Biology
  • 4

    Chapter 4: Shark Science Today

    • Pre-Quiz: Shark Science Today

    • Drone Footage

    • Drones and Sharks

    • Drone Research

    • Post-Quiz: Shark Science Today
  • 5

    Recordings of Previous Live Lectures

    • November 6, 2021

    • November 20, 2021
  • 6

    Additional Resources and Activities

    • Guide to Florida Sharks and Rays

    • High School Science Article Worksheets

    • Shark Comic

    • Shark Reproduction Comic

    • Shark Polyandry Comic

    • What's a Whale Fall?

    • Virtual Shark Dissection

    • Article on Shark Conservation

    • Shark Jaw Preservation