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How to be an Ocean storyteller
- 14 - 16
- Climate change, Science communication, Sustainability
- UK Curriculum
- English
- 1-2 hours
How to be an Ocean storyteller
This Ocean Academy resource equips students to think critically about how marine science is communicated and how storytelling can shape public understanding of Ocean issues. Learners explore science communication formats from journalism and research papers to podcasts, poetry and social media, and examine how tone and framing influence meaning.Â
Activities challenge students to create their own Ocean stories, drawing on Ocean Generation’s values of positivity, inclusivity, and science-backed facts. They consider how misinformation spreads, why effective communication matters, and how storytelling can inspire action for a healthier planet.Â
Students will:Â
- Understand the role of science communication in shaping public perceptionÂ
- Evaluate different communication formats and their effectivenessÂ
- Explore climate media coverage, fearmongering, and misinformationÂ
- Develop creative outputs (poems, videos, presentations, etc.) to engage audiencesÂ
- Adapt writing and storytelling for different audiences and purposesÂ
- Strengthen critical thinking and communication skillsÂ
Learning resource details
All resources created by Ocean Generation are backed by Science.Â
We steer clear of fear-mongering and, instead, provide science-backed facts, spark curiosity and empower action. Our resources are designed to be seamlessly integrated across multiple subjects, improve Ocean literacy and connect classroom topics to real-world environmental issues.
The Ocean storyteller resource links Ocean science with English and Media, supporting skills in communication, critical thinking and creativity.Â
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This Ocean resource supports teaching in:Â
• English: Writing for purpose and audience, persuasion, narrative, descriptionÂ
• Media/ICT: Journalism, social media, creative productionÂ
• Science: Science communication, climate literacyÂ
Students will:
- Recognise the importance of communicating Ocean science effectively
- Explore misinformation and how it spreads
- Adapt communication styles for different audiences
- Create Ocean stories that inspire curiosity and action
- Strengthen critical thinking, creativity, and media literacy
This Ocean Academy resource includes:
- Workshop presentation for 14 to 16 year-olds
- Facilitator notes
- Teacher resource and background cheat sheet
- Student activities and inquiry tasksÂ
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