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Gregory Louie

Understandings of Consequence > Curriculum Modules > Ecosystems - 1 views

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    This curriculum module contains lessons to be infused into a broader unit on ecosystems. It is divided into six sections. Each section addresses one of a set of six broad and persistent misunderstandings that students have about ecosystems. These misunderstandings stem from how students reason about the nature of causality. The module sections introduce understandings about the nature of causality in ecosystems that students need to develop in order to overcome the misunderstanding and to deeply understand ecosystem concepts. Research shows that students who are taught about the nature of the causal patterns while learning science achieve a deeper understanding than students who are just taught the science
Gerald Carey

The Concept of the Ecosystem - 2 views

  • An ecosystem consists of the biological community that occurs in some locale, and the physical and chemical factors that make up its non-living or abiotic environment. There are many examples of ecosystems -- a pond, a forest, an estuary, a grassland. The boundaries are not fixed in any objective way, although sometimes they seem obvious, as with the shoreline of a small pond. Usually the boundaries of an ecosystem are chosen for practical reasons having to do with the goals of the particular study.
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      Good broad definition of the very nebulous idea. Locale - means a certain place.
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    Defintion of an ecosystem
Glenn Hervieux

Ecosystem Explorer | EARTH A New Wild | Science | Interactive | PBS LearningMedia - 46 views

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    "Inspired by content from the upcoming PBS series EARTH A New Wild, the Ecosystem Explorer is a collection of videos, games, and infographics designed to take students deep into the ecosystems of three thrilling animals: vultures, wolves, and sharks. Use the related videos highlighted below to introduce each ecosystem and discover that the relationship between animals and humans is often much more complicated than we realize. Then, encourage students to play through the interactive and discover more exciting science about the ecology and conservation of these three worlds."
Gerald Carey

Experiment with Ecosystems | The Concord Consortium - 64 views

  • This open-ended series of models allows students to experiment with virtual ecosystems and test their hypotheses about producer/consumer and predator/prey relationships.
anonymous

Penguinscience - understanding penguin response to climate and ecosystem changea:link ... - 11 views

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    Understanding penguin response to climate and ecosystem change
Donal O' Mahony

My new buzzword…and parents too… - 40 views

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    Including parents in the ecosystem of teaching and learning with technology - a short blog posting -
Brandie Hayes

Impacts & Adaptation | Climate Change | US EPA - 28 views

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    Impacts and adaptations of climate change across the major regions of the US. Also broken down across 10 sectors-agriculture, coasts, ecosystems, energy, human ,health, etc. 
Jjenna Andrews

Teaching Creativity - The Case for Mind Mapping - 83 views

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    "Essentially, digital (and physical) mind mapping allows students to view the entire forest instead of a single tree. As they create a mind map, they capture the wider ecosystem of information by visually connecting short keywords and phrases rather than writing complete sentences. Upon later review-for retention, exam preparation or papers-the mind map is like a CD. You jump right to the information that interests you. In contrast, linear notes are like audio tapes-you waste time wading line by line through the content in hopes of getting to what you want. This more efficient use of space (and time) lets students see how normally unconnected ideas might fit together. Thus, the mind maps doubles as a store of information and an engine of creativity. Using it in the classroom and even giving mind mapping assignments forces students to break the linearity of their earlier education."
evag pardo

Spotzi - 156 views

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    A wonderful site for seeing information layered over a map. Includes temperature data, habitats, volcanoes location and natural resources. http://ictmagic.wikispaces.com/PSHE%2C+RE%2C+Citizenship%2C+Geography+%26+Environmental
Kimberly Brosan

The Environmental Literacy Council - Teaching Resources - 0 views

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    Resource with links for topics including Air & Climate, Land, Water, Ecosystems, Energy, Food, and Environment & Society
Deb White Groebner

Pollinator Live - 51 views

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    Exciting resources for teaching about the important roles that pollinators (including bees) play in ecosystems and economics.
Martin Burrett

Ecology Lab - 18 views

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    "An interesting food chain/web simulator to help your pupils understand the interdependence within an ecosystem."
Martin Burrett

Foodchain Game - 108 views

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    A lovely science activity about food chains. Click and drag the creatures to the correct positions. http://ictmagic.wikispaces.com/Science
bkrh4boys

TED-Ed | The Survival of the Sea Turtle - 1 views

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    environment and sea turtle video about pollution too. 
Melissa Enderle

Biomes of the World - Biome Map - 15 views

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    Click on the map for more information, informative videos, and links to scientist profiles, travel information, lesson plans and species profiles for each region. Has information on aquatic and terrestrial biomes.
Martin Burrett

Forest Academy - 44 views

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    A well made flash resource that introduces the features of a forest and our responsibilities to look after them. The resource is generic enough that it is useful for forest locations from around the world. http://ictmagic.wikispaces.com/Science
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