Ocean First

Our Mission

Our educational programming, research and conservation projects inspire young minds to explore marine science and innovate new ways to understand and protect the ocean.

What We Do

Research
Goliath Grouper
Great White Sharks
Keys Shark Contaminants
Keys Shark Populations
Past Research
Education
Explorer Series
Free Online Courses
Plastic Pollution Monitoring
Free School Programs
Shark Field Course
Where We Work
Colorado
Florida Keys Lab
Florida Atlantic University

Education

We Bridge the Gap Between Research and Education  

OFI provides free marine science education to the public, teachers, and students. Become ocean literate by exploring our online courses as well as our virtual and in-person offerings.
Free Online Courses

Free Online Courses

Create your own underwater adventure with our engaging, highly interactive online learning experiences.

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Plastic Pollution Monitoring

Plastic Pollution Monitoring

We sample water and sediment for the presence of plastic pollution.

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Free School Programs

Free School Programs

Bring the wonder of the ocean to the classroom!

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Shark Field Course

Shark Field Course

Shark Biology & Marine Conservation Field Course

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