Education

It’s our mission to enhance the public understanding and stewardship of oceanic and coastal resources. We offer educational programs for all ages throughout the year. This page outlines each area of interest and the programs available.

K-12 Students & Educators Undergraduates Graduates Community Connection Educational Resources Citizen Science
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K-12 Students & Educators

These hands-on learning programs enhance elementary and secondary school lessons to increase awareness and understanding of our ocean and its habitats. These programs are designed to expand textbook experiences into the field for all K-12 learning.

Field Classes STEM Programs Summer Camps Residential Marine Science Class Science Friday Workshops Internships
Instructor teaching students standing in marsh water

Undergraduate Programs

Students interested in focusing their undergraduate studies in the marine field can connect with research labs and take classes to help on the path to their careers.

Meet our Faculty NSF-REU Summer Programs Find a Partner School Courses Offered Internships
Student in a kayak collecting a water sample in the marsh

Graduate Programs

Students who wish to continue beyond a bachelor's degree can connect with research labs on ongoing projects and take classes to fulfill a master's or Ph.D. program.

Meet our Faculty Current Research Courses Offered DISL-FDA Fellowship NSF-RaMP BOATS Internships
Child smiling at marine samples from BayMobile outreach

Community Connection

We offer everyone the opportunity to learn more about our ocean and its habitats with programs that connect with our researchers and educators.

Boardwalk Talks Excursions Family Camp Sea Stars Camp Summer Camps Merit Badge Programs BayMobile
Child standing on the beach at sunset posing with a net

Educational Resources

Our education and research teams have developed a variety of resources that can be used in classrooms, continuing learning, and community events.

Alabama Aquarium Curriculum Ask the Aquarist Wastewater Footprint Activities Digital Learning
Citizens helping identify species on a boat table from a catch

Citizen Science

Manatee Sighting Network Alabama Marine Mammal Stranding Network CAMEO