Solar Energy and the Hydrosphere – Ocean Currents

Immerse your students in a dynamic learning experience with this comprehensive slide set offered by Science BC! Bursting with vibrant visuals and user-friendly design, these slides provide all the necessary resources for teaching this topic.

 

Topics:

• Ocean currents
• Surface currents, deep water currents
• Effect of Salinity
• Global conveyor belt
• Thermohaline circulation
• Coriolis effect
• Differential heating
• Ocean Gyres

 

Learning Objectives:

• Define ocean currents and distinguish between surface and deep water current
• Outline and analyze the 4 causes of ocean currents.
• Define gyres, thermohaline circulation and the conveyor belt.
• Evaluate the effect of ocean currents

 

Key Features:

• Eye-catching cover page to captivate students’ attention right from the start.
• Clearly outlined learning objectives to guide student progress and understanding.
• Detailed notes section for recording essential information and facilitating student engagement.
• 4 interactive activity links with QR codes, offering a range of options such as videos, virtual labs, online games, interactive websites, online tutorials, and catchy songs.
• Concise summary to reinforce key concepts and facilitate comprehension.

This versatile resource is perfect for both classroom instruction and home learning!

 

Please note that the slides are intended for personal use in your own classroom and cannot be used commercially, even if modified. They may not be freely shared or distributed on the internet.

 

The slides are in accordance with the learning objectives of the Grade 9 in the new British Columbia BC curriculum. To access a comprehensive collection of learning objectives, please browse the supplementary slides offered in this shop.

Grade Level	Grade 9
Language	English