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A Global Classroom, Connected in Real Time
Expedition Luminescence links students with ongoing ocean research and expedition activity. The programme is designed to expand access to real-world science experiences, including for learners who may not have direct access to field environments.
Through structured digital engagement and curriculum-aligned resources, classrooms can follow fieldwork as it unfolds and explore how ocean science operates in practice.
the programme supports sustained engagement between classrooms and expedition teams over the course of each season. Regular contact helps students build familiarity with ocean systems, research methods, and field conditions.
Each expedition season offers two ways for classrooms to engage.
E.L. COHORT
A closer connection to the mission.
The E.L. Cohort is a small group of classrooms that connect directly with the expedition team through scheduled live sessions and collaborative activities.
For Expedition 1, the Cohort is expected to include approximately 25–35 students in grades 4–6, with attention to broad representation.
Cohort classrooms receive:
- welcome learning kits
- printed curriculum guides
- hands-on activity materials
- scheduled live updates and Q&A sessions
- access to future mentorship pathways
LUMI LEARNERS
Flexible access for classrooms everywhere.
Lumi Learners provides flexible access for classrooms that prefer to participate on their own schedule.
Participants receive:
- the full Expedition Luminescence curriculum
- educator guides and activity libraries
- multimedia expedition updates
Materials are available for use at the pace that works best for each classroom.
NO COST. NO BARRIERS.
Expedition Luminescence is provided at no cost to participating classrooms.
Priority outreach includes:
- remote and northern classrooms
- underserved school communities
- hospital and home-based learners
- classrooms with limited access to field science
PROGRAMME RHYTHM - WEEKLY WAVES OF DISCOVERY
Expedition Luminescence follows a weekly cadence that keeps classrooms connected to expedition activity.
Weekly updates may include:
- field highlights
- science explainers
- ecosystem spotlights
- technology features
- student question responses when feasible
This rhythm allows classrooms to follow expeditions over time.
STEAM+ LEARNING FRAMEWORK
Programme materials connect ocean science with broader learning areas
- Science — marine ecosystems and climate systems
- Technology — research tools and subsea systems
- Engineering — vessel systems and field problem-solving
- Arts & Communication — storytelling and visual interpretation
- Social-Emotional Learning — curiosity and global awareness
- Environmental Stewardship — long-term ocean understanding
ACCESSIBILITY
Participation in Expedition Luminescence is free to classrooms and learning programmes.
The goal is to make field-connected science experiences available across a wide range of learning environments.
Expedition Luminescence was created to help more students see how science unfolds in the real world.
While not every learner can visit a research vessel, many can still follow the work, ask questions, and explore how ocean research takes place.
— Captain Red
EDUCATION PARTNER
Expedition Luminescence is delivered in partnership with Exploring by the Seat of Your Pants, which facilitates live and recorded broadcasts connecting expeditions with classrooms.
LANGUAGE & CULTURE
Where possible, materials reflect local context and are available in multiple languages upon request, including:
Chinese (Taiwan), Taiwanese Mandarin, Taiwanese Hokkien, Danish, Dutch, French, German, Greek, Spanish (Latin America)