NMEA Whale of a Share-a-Thon

Wednesday October 7 | 10:30-11:10 am

Make a splash with marine and aquatic education at the NMEA Whale of a Share-a-Thon during the NAAEE Conference in Portland and discover hands-on activities, classroom-ready lessons, and engaging resources shared by our members and focused on the ocean, coasts, Great Lakes, watersheds, and other aquatic environments. Connect with fellow educators, discover fresh ideas for bringing water-related science into your teaching, and leave with resources you can use to inspire learners of all ages.

Throughout the Share-a-Thon, educators will find interactive tables featuring ocean and aquatic science ideas that are practical, engaging, and easy to bring back to classrooms, museums, aquariums, and informal learning settings. It’s a great place to explore new approaches, ask questions, and connect directly with educators who are passionate about marine and freshwater education.

Whether you’re looking for fresh lesson ideas, innovative outreach tools, or inspiration for integrating ocean literacy into your teaching, the NMEA Whale of a Share-a-Thon is a must-visit destination during NAAEE. Stop by, explore, and leave with ideas you can use right away!

NMEA invites educators to join in the Whale of a Share-a-Thon by indicating their interest using the form below. Limited spaces are available so register now! To participate in the Share-a-Thon, you must be registered for the NAAEE conference for a full or single day registration.

NMEA Member Presentations

NMEA members: if you will be attending and presenting at the upcoming NAAEE conference in Portland, let us know so we can highlight your session! Email us at social@marine-ed.org with your name and session title, date and time.