CP: This Discovery in the Mariana Trench Will Transform Geopolitics (4K)

Class Plans
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Set the Scene:

Let’s start with some questions to connect your everyday life to the subject of deep-sea exploration. Have you ever wondered what lies beneath the surface of the ocean? Have you seen any movies or documentaries about deep-sea creatures or underwater exploration? How do you think the ocean’s resources will be used in the future? What do you think are some of the biggest challenges facing nations that want to explore and exploit the deep sea?

Featured Image Analysis & Prediction:

Look at the featured image and describe what you see. What do you think this activity will be about based on this image? Do you think it will be about deep-sea creatures, ocean exploration, or something else entirely?

Introduction:

Please read the introduction to the activity, which discusses the deep sea as a new frontier for nations to explore and exploit. Think about what this means for the future of the ocean and the world.

Video Engagement:

Watch the video This Discovery in the Mariana Trench Will Transform Geopolitics (4K) and pause it at the following points:

  1. When the video discusses the different zones of the ocean (epipagic, mesopelagic, midnight, and abyssopelagic). What do you think are some of the unique characteristics of each zone? How do you think these zones support different types of life?
  2. When the video talks about deep-sea creatures and their adaptations. What do you think are some of the most interesting adaptations of deep-sea creatures? How do you think these adaptations help them survive in the deep sea?
  3. When the video mentions China’s deep-sea efforts and the potential implications for the future. What do you think are some of the potential benefits and drawbacks of China’s deep-sea exploration? How do you think this will impact the world?

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Output Requirements:

After completing this activity, you should be able to:

  • Describe the different zones of the ocean and their unique characteristics
  • Explain the adaptations of deep-sea creatures and how they survive in the deep sea
  • Discuss the potential implications of China’s deep-sea efforts for the future