1. Discover Oceanography The classroom at sea. Gary Fisher November 2012

2. 2 What is Discover Oceanography? An educational outreach program designed to bring marine science to the community. The opportunity to experience a “hands on” comprehensive introduction to marine science. Real life application of classroom taught science. A program that can be adapted to suit any level of understanding.

3. 3 A typical session…

4. 4 How it all began... R.V. Callista delivered 2005. Purpose built to provide training, teaching and research. Spare operational capacity identified. Income required to maintain and develop R.V Callista. Enthusiastic technical staff and student volunteers.

5. 5 Who are our “customers”?

6. 6 Is Discover Oceanography successful? Number and audience type of Discover Oceanography sessions per year, 2008-2012, * partial data for 2012.

7. 7 Our other outreach activities? Southampton Boat Show. Lyme Regis Fossil Festival 2009 & 2011. Solent Road Show 2008 & 2009. Discover Oceanography Plymouth 2007 & 2010.

8. 8 Is Discover Oceanography successful? “One of the best school trips I have been on.” Head of Biology, Downside School. “Sincere thanks for this opportunity. The children really enjoyed it and learnt a lot.” Deputy Headteacher, West Wight Middle School. “A wonderful and very educational day. “ Head of ICT, Physics & Chemistry Teacher, Badminton School. “A fascinating educational visit. Our guides were superb.” Headteacher, Drake Primary School. “An amazing session. Our students loved it and they learnt so much.” Head of Biology, Ringwood School.

9. 9 Is Discover Oceanography successful? October 2012. Presented poster at First Ocean Literacy Conference, Europe European Marine Educators – example of good practice

10. 10 How does the project work... R.V. Callista managed by technical staff. Discover Oceanography managed by technical staff. Sessions delivered by technical staff with student volunteers. Student volunteers recruited and trained by technical staff. Add-on activities delivered by technical staff and academic staff.

11. 11 ’ www.discoveroceanography.co.uk