Mote Marine Laboratory
Center for Distance Learning: SeaTrek Program
1600 Ken Thompson Parkway
Sarasota, Florida 34236-1004
USA
Tel: +1 (800) 691-MOTE / (941) 388-4441
Fax: (941) 388-3503
Email: <seatrek@seatrek.org>
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VIDEOS
SeaTrek PSA![]()
Four minute video gives an overview of SeaTrek's most popular programs.
Virtual Field Trips with SeaTrek![]()
Short news feature from KOTV6. Video courtesy of Howe
Public Schools.
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Problems connecting for a conference?
If you are a registered customer having difficulty connecting to our
studios just prior to or during your conference, you can directly reach
our technician in the studio at 941-388-2904. All
other times, please call 941-388-4441 x 131.
General Questions about SeaTrek
Interested in more background information about SeaTrek? Please contact our
Director:
Elizabeth <seatrek@seatrek.org>, 941-388-4441 x 362.
SeaTrek Scheduling Inquiries and Test Calls
If you have not yet registered, please refer to our scheduling page first.
If you have already registered for a conference, need to schedule a test
call or have additional questions, please contact:
Laurie <lgilbert@mote.org>, 941-388-4441 x 131.
Professional Development Info
To participate in on-site SeaTrek workshops, or to learn more about SeaTrek professional development, contact:
Kasey <kasey@mote.org>, 941-388-4441 x 263.
Videoconference Studio Rental
Our studios are available for rental to outside businesses. For more info, contact:
Laurie <lgilbert@mote.org>, 941-388-4441 x 131.
Technical Questions / Website Feedback & Corrections
For questions or corrections about the SeaTrek website, or for specific information on SeaTrek videoconferencing technology:
Jason <jrshaw@mote.org>, 941-388-4441 x 250.
Located in Sarasota, Florida, Mote Aquarium participated in distance learning demonstrations as early as 1994, allowing students at sites as far away as England to drive a ROV Mote’s shark tank. In 1996, Mote Aquarium began its own distance program utilizing state-of-the-art videoconferencing technology. This program became known as SeaTrek.
Our mission: to bring the ocean world to students through innovative delivery of interactive science education programs and foster understanding of marine life and an appreciation for conserving the marine environment.
From 1999-2001, SeaTrek received three consecutive Technology Literacy Challenge Fund grants [link]. TLCF allowed us to expand videoconferencing infrastructure to 39 schools in 21 Florida school districts. We also perform programs for national and international audiences.
Mote Marine Laboratory has been a PIN-site for the JASON Expeditions since its inception in 1989. Distance Learning coordinates the JASON Expeditions at Mote.
In 2004, Mote's Distance Learning Program was officially moved from under the Aquarium and Special Projects Division. We are now under the reorganized Education Division as the Center for Distance Learning .
Keating Marine Education Center: This new two-story, over-parking structure houses two state-of-the-art distance learning/videoconferencing studios, education curricula development offices, classrooms, and a new maritime operations center to coordinate the Laboratory’s oceanographic operations.
KASEY, SeaTrek Presenter: Originally hailing from North Dakota, Kasey attended Montana State University in Bozeman, Montana. She graduated from Minnesota State University - Moorhead with a B.A. in Biology (2001). Shortly thereafter, Kasey did an internship at Mote Marine Laboratory’s Dolphin & Whale/Sea Turtle Hospital, working with a pygmy sperm whale, a rough-toothed dolphin and several species of sea turtles (green, loggerhead, & Kemp’s ridley). Following her internship, she became an Apprentice Trainer at Marineland of Florida, working with Atlantic bottlenose dolphins, African penguins and California sealions.
As long as I can remember, I’ve wanted to live and work by the ocean. The life there has always fascinated and intrigued me. I was determined and never lost sight of my dream, so here I am!In 2002, Kasey joined SeaTrek as our primary videoconference presenter. She also coordinates JASON Expedition activities at Mote and is currently seeking a Master’s Degree in science education.