Education and Training

SEPMN:
The Southeast Phytoplankton Monitoring Network (SEPMN) is a unique program that unites volunteers with scientists working on Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs). The SEPMN is led by researchers from the NOAA/NOS Marine Biotoxin Program at the Center for Coastal Environmental Health and Biomolecular Research.

To learn more about the program, visit
http://www.chbr.noaa.gov/pmn

Sourcebook:
Algae: A Sourcebook for Teaching About Harmful Algal Blooms by Dr. Norman D. Anderson and Dr. Harriett S. Stubbs. Published as part of the Changes in the Environment Series from Kendall/Hunt Publishing Company. Call 800-770-3544 to order.

Video and Educational Guide:
Nature Out of Balance video and educational guide covers types of HABs and their effects on water quality and human health. Order from N.C. Sea Grant. Cost: $10 http://www.ncseagrant.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=product_browse&category=Movie#202

Documentary Video:
The Pfiesteria Files, documentary video co-produced by MD Sea Grant and MD Public Television. Order from MD Sea Grant at http://www.mdsg.umd.edu/store/pfiesteria_files/order.html

Lesson Plans:
Bigelow Laboratory HAB Teacher Lesson Plans, http://www.bigelow.org/edhab/index.html

CD-ROM:
Phytopia: Discovery of the Marine Ecosystem CD-ROM, $3.95 for shipping and handling in the U.S., http://www.bigelow.org/phytopia