EDUCATION PROGRAMS

School & College Programs
School & College programs are intended for students. We provide field-oriented marine ecology & conservation education so that students gain an understanding of critical issues facing tropical marine ecosystems. Students will explore the community organization of reef organisms and learn about ecologic successions and the major stressors on tropical marine ecosystems. Through our high-school, undergraduate and graduate programs, we are training a new generation of leaders and researchers along with resource and policy managers.

SCHOOL & COLLEGE PROGRAMS       2010       2010 - Multiple Eco-Weekend     2010 - Multiple Marine Ecology Course       2011       2011 - [TBA] Coral Reef Ecology     2011 - [TBA] Introduction to Oceanography     2011 - [TBA] Tropical Biology     2011 - [TBA] Introduction to Coral Reefs     2011 - [TBA] Tropical Organismal Biology     2011 - [TBA] Leadership in Environmental Sustainability     2011 - [TBA] Summer Internships     2011 - [TBA] Caribbean Marine Ecology Camp

Dive With A Researcher (DWAR) Programs
In contrast, DWAR field programs are primarily intended for experienced divers and professionals, age 21 or older, who are interested in learning more about reefs and assisting researchers in various project areas. Previous attendees have included doctors, physicists, engineers and ordinary divers. U/W photographers are especially welcome as we gather a great deal of photographic data.

CCMI research provides important insights into the regional and global decline of coral reefs and tropical habitats. Our research offers divers an opportunity to learn about the significant problems impacting marine habitats while acquiring hands-on research experience. By joining one of our DWAR programs you:

(a) Assist our researchers collect and archive underwater data
(b) Become more knowledgeable about reef conservation issues & efforts
(c) Gain a new diving experience
(d) Help directly fund the project you join
(e) Stay at a research station next to world-famous Bloody Bay Marine Park

Join DWAR and see first-hand what scientists are doing to protect coral reefs.

DWAR PROGRAMS       2010       2010 - [TBA] Coral Bleaching & Its Impact On Cayman Reefs     2010 - [TBA] Search for Invasive Species       2011       2011 - [TBA] In Search of Juvenile Corals     2011 - [TBA] Coral Disease Management Program     2011 - [TBA] Deep Dive Down Cayman's Wall     2011 - [TBA] Function of Fluorescent Proteins in Corals     2011 - [TBA] Biodiversity & Reef Resiliency     2011 - [TBA] Herbivorous Fish & Reef Resiliency     2011 - [TBA] Searching for Lobsters     2011 - [TBA] Coral Reef CSI: Underwater Forensics (Int'l)     2011 - [TBA] Coral Reef CSI: Underwater Forensics (Local)

 

	"The CCMI DWAR program was a wonderful experience. While I had some prior academic knowledge of corals and fishes, I did not have a lot of field experience. Diving on the beautiful reefs, gathering data, and taking photographs of the reef and its denizens helped me hone my field skills. It was also a very enjoyable experience that made me feel as though I was actively doing something practical to help save the reefs. I encourage anyone with a love of diving & a concern for the health of coral reefs to join.”
	2007 & 2008 DWAR Program Attendee

Special Programs & Training
Special programs include specialized training or workshops for teachers, scientists, and other professionals.

SPECIAL PROGRAMS       2010       2010 - Multiple Ocean Literacy Training Workshop       2011       2011 - [TBA] Coral Disease Rapid Response Training Workshop