Objectives of the resource

The activities within this resource can support teachers:

When planning learning activities which focus on the Great Barrier Reef;
To give students opportunities to explore the current ways we use, value and manage the plant and animal communities that make up the Great Barrier Reef;
To take an active role in teaching about the Great Barrier Reef;
To contribute to the responsible development of our future citizens and the relationship with both plant and animal communities that make up the Great Barrier Reef;
To empower students to take positive action for sustainable reef management, and to support the principles of ecological sustainability.

You can use the resource to plan, provoke, stimulate, support and inspire your teaching and learning program.

To have fun and appreciate the Great Barrier Reef.
To support curriculum in schools.
To promote good classroom practice and the sharing of it.
To promote discussion of the Great Barrier Reef issues within education.
To support, value, and encourage all individuals involved.
To develop ownership and responsibility in the community for the Great Barrier Reef.
To encourage commitment of individuals, classes, schools, and communities to think, make decisions and take action in order to conserve and protect the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park.