Education Resources

SOCCOM Float FAQs

SOCCOM Data Manager Bob Key put together answers to questions from students regarding the floats and life at sea. Check out this treasury to find out everything from how the floats work to what there is to eat at sea!

Learning Modules

Climate Central worked in partnership with SOCCOM researchers to develop multimedia learning modules on the science and technology of SOCCOM. The modules feature handouts plus resources like video clips, animations, slides, photos, and links to blogs by SOCCOM researchers in the field. Check out our first two modules to learn all about SOCCOM floats and the critical role of the Southern Ocean in Earth’s climate and carbon cycle.

SOCCOM Float Module

SOCCOM Southern Ocean Module

Lesson Plans and Other Resources

You can find our BGC-Argo related lesson plans and other classroom resources on the GO-BGC webpage