Local ecological knowledge and multidisciplinary approach lead to discovery of hidden biodiversity in the deep ocean of Labrador, Canada

nternational commitments to preserve global biodiversity target the protection of 30% of marine habitats by 2030. The lack of even basic knowledge of many marine areas (e.g., deep oceans) combined with short timelines require integrative knowledge and multidisciplinary techniques to be used to efficiently identify areas worthy of protection. Here we outline a case study of the discovery of the Makkovik Hanging Gardens found in a deep-water trough in coastal Labrador, Canada. The area is of ecological significance because it supports high densities of vulnerable marine ecosystem indicator taxa, including the gorgonian coral Primnoa resedaeformis on portions of its vertical submarine walls. This study illustrates the exploratory process initiated by Nunatsiavut, which integrated local knowledge, scientific models, and a variety of technologies (such as remotely operated vehicles and multibeam sonar) to discover deep-water hidden biodiversity toward the advancement of both local Indigenous and global conservation goals

A report on the development of an instructional unit entitled Data base and spreadsheet applications

The purpose of this project is to develop supplementary materials on spreadsheet and data base applications for use in high school computer studies classes. Spreadsheet applications were drawn from budget, workshop and kitchen uses; data base applications chosen were a medical data base, police motor vehical system, and a library search system. They were chosen for their familiarity and variety. -- A combination of computer simulation and print student and teacher guides was chosen as the medium of delivery. This was dictated in part by the nature of the topic. -- A process of continual evaluation was followed in the project. As part of this evaluation, consideration was given in the development to the necessity of the project, the nature of the learner, and the choice of media. Following the production stage, evaluation was conducted to assess the appropriateness of content, instructional methodology, potential classroom use and quality of the development procedures. -- The classroom phase of the formative and summative evaluations were conducted with two half classes and two full classes of high school computer studies students. This evaluation showed that the intended level of learning had taken place. The programs and related material were enthusiastically received by the students and teachers concerned

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Local ecological knowledge and multidisciplinary approach lead to discovery of hidden biodiversity in the deep ocean of Labrador, Canada

International commitments to preserve global biodiversity target the protection of 30% of marine habitats by 2030. The lack of even basic knowledge of many marine areas (e.g., deep oceans) combined with short timelines require integrative knowledge and multidisciplinary techniques to be used to efficiently identify areas worthy of protection. Here we outline a case study of the discovery of the Makkovik Hanging Gardens found in a deep-water trough in coastal Labrador, Canada. The area is of ecological significance because it supports high densities of vulnerable marine ecosystem indicator taxa, including the gorgonian coral Primnoa resedaeformis on portions of its vertical submarine walls. This study illustrates the exploratory process initiated by Nunatsiavut, which integrated local knowledge, scientific models, and a variety of technologies (such as remotely operated vehicles and multibeam sonar) to discover deep-water hidden biodiversity toward the advancement of both local Indigenous and global conservation goals