Introduction
Marine Protected Areas of the Beautiful
Turks and Caicos Islands
In this webquest you will discover the importance of Marine Proteacted Areas. Turks and Caicos is surrounded by some of the most beautiful and extensive coral reefs in the world. The reefs protect the mainland from natural disasters, provide tourism and economic opportunities, and are a unique ecosystem for marine animals. Sadly, these coral reefs are in danger. One way these coral reefs can be protected is by creating Marine Protected Areas (MPAs).
Task
TASK
Working in groups, set by your instructor, you will navigate websites in order to learn about Marine Protected Areas (MPAs), specifically those in Turks and Caicos.
Worksheet
Process
PROCEDURE
1. Read through the task worksheet becoming familiar with the information you need to locate.
2. Using your task worksheet as a guide, navigate the websites below, helping you to locate the answers.
https://www.visittci.com/providenciales/about/national-parks
http://www.sustrust.org/documents/Status%20of%20Coral%20Reefs%20in%20TC…
http://www.eoearth.org/view/article/155417/
http://www.turksandcaicos.tc/coralreefs/
Evaluation
EVALUATION
Your evaluation has two parts. The first, you've already completed...the worksheet. The second part will be a group choice. Your choices are:
1) Create a poster to convince others of the importance of Marine Protected Areas
2)Write a short speech, and give it, convincing others of the importnace of Marine Protected Areas
No matter which option you choose, make sure that each member of your group plays an active role!
Once done, complete the group participation form below and turn it in to your instructor.
Group Participation Form
Conclusion
CONCLUSION
Congratulations! You've completed your Marine Protected Areas of the Turks & Caicos Islands Webquest. You've undoubtedly learned more about what a Marine Protected Area is, why they are important, and why there is a great need for more. The Turks & Caicos Islands have beautiful coral reefs and marine ecosystems. It is everyone's responsibility to make sure they are healty and protected from human harm.
Credits
CREDITS
TURKS AND CAICOS REEF FUND TCREEF.ORG
http://www.sustrust.org/documents/Status%20of%20Coral%20Reefs%20in%20TC…
https://www.iucn.org/about/union/secretariat/offices/oceania/oceania_re…
Created by: Emily M. Thole Stark for TCRF 2015