| Funding Agency: | The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) |
| Purpose: | The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration matches teachers to ocean-going vessels to engage teachers in hands-on scientific research. Upon completion of the cruise, teachers are expected to share the experience with their students. |
| Eligibility: | U.S. teachers of grades K-16 |
| Grade Level: | K-16 |
| Subject Area: | Science |
| Deadline: | Applications should be postmarked at least three months prior to the anticipated sailing date. Mission descriptions, information about cruise dates and experiences of past participants are available at the Teacher at Sea Web site. |
| Total Funds Available: | All costs aboard the one to three week cruise are covered. Participants are responsible for transportation costs to and from the docking sites. |
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| Contact: | Judy Sohl, NOAA Teacher at Sea Program, Marine Operations Center, Pacific 1801 Fairview Ave. E. Seattle, WA 98102 (206) 533-2633 |
| E-Mail: | judith.sohl@noaa.gov |
| Website: | Teacher At Sea Program |