OCEAN LITERACY TOOLKIT

Understand the science. Share the story. Protect the ocean.

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Understanding the ocean starts with understanding the science. This toolkit helps you make sense of marine research through clear language, engaging infographics, and printable resources — no jargon, no overwhelm. Whether you're a student, educator, or ocean advocate, explore the tools you need to read, evaluate, and share ocean science with confidence.

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How Science Works

Explore how marine science is studied, published, and communicated.

Explore the Scientific Process
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How to Read a Scientific Paper

Step-by-step guidance for dissecting and understanding marine science publications.

Learn to Read Research Like a Pro
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Think like a Scientist

Learn how to assess the credibility, relevance, and limitations of scientific information.

Start Thinking Like a Scientist
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Ocean Science in the News

Explore how ocean science is communicated in the media—and how to spot misleading headlines.

Decode Ocean News Stories
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Communicating Science

Tips and tools for sharing marine science accurately and impactfully.

Learn to Share Science Confidently

The ocean has more to reveal

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Where to next?

Keep exploring marine science or discover more ways to be part of the movement

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