Req 8 — Choose a Reporting Project
8.
Do ONE of the following:
You must choose exactly one path for this requirement. Each option asks you to turn oceanography learning into a report or presentation, but the kind of experience is very different.
Your Options
- Req 8a — Read and Report on a Book: Read one counselor-approved oceanography book and write a 500-word report. This option is best if you like research and careful note-taking.
- Req 8b — Visit an Ocean Science Site: Visit either a research ship or a marine lab, institute, or aquarium, then write a 500-word report. This option is best if you learn well by seeing real places and equipment.
- Req 8c — Give an Oceanography Speech: Prepare and give a five-minute speech on why oceanography matters or on careers in the field. This option is best if you like speaking and organizing ideas clearly.
How to Choose
Choosing Your Reporting Project
Think about the kind of evidence and skill each option develops
- Time at home: 8a is easiest to do mostly at home once your counselor approves the book.
- Field experience: 8b gives you the strongest look at real-world ocean science settings.
- Public speaking practice: 8c builds confidence in preparing and delivering a short talk.
- What you will gain: 8a strengthens reading and summarizing, 8b builds observation and interview-style note-taking, and 8c improves explanation and communication.
The overview page for 8b goes one level deeper because it includes a second choice between two kinds of visit. Keep that in mind if you are leaning toward the visit option.