Lesson:
73: Introduced Species
Teacher: |
Kaylan Duthie |
Unit Theme/Course: |
SEPUP Ecology |
Date: |
Feb 11th & 12th |
Timing: |
3-4 days |
Challenge Question:
What effect can an introduced species have on an environment?
What, if anything, should be done to control introduced species?
Overview:
Students will get a brief introduction to introduced species in Washington State. They will then work on a structured research project to investigate one of 8 invasive species, including information about the species, the introduction of the species, the consequences of its introduction, and its potential future impact. In a later lesson, students will present their information to the class.
Learning
Objectives [cognitive,
academic, language, socio-cultural] |
Assessment
Criteria |
Introducing a species into a new environment can have intended and unintended consequences for ecosystems and people. |
Student completes the Effects on Ecosystems box on the worksheet, describing the impact of the species on the environment and other species. Student completes the Effects on People box on the worksheet, identifying uses and consequences. |
Populations of organisms can be categorized by the function they serve in an ecosystem |
Student correctly fills out the Food Web box with the organism’s position on the key information sheet. |
Making decisions about complex issued often involves trade-offs – giving up one thing to gain another |
Student completes the issues for the future box, identifying options for controlling the growth/spread as well as the trade-offs of the various options. |
Standard/EALR:
6-8 INQC Investigate |
Collecting, analyzing, and
displaying data are essential aspects of all investigations. |
Communicate results using pictures, tables, charts, diagrams,
graphic displays, and text that are clear, accurate, and informative. *a Recognize and interpret patterns
– as well as variations from previously learned or observed patterns
– in data, diagrams, symbols, and words.*a Use statistical procedures
(e.g., median, mean, or mode) to analyze data and make inferences about
relationships. |
6-8 LS2E |
Investigations of environmental issues should uncover factors
causing the problem and relevant scientific concepts and findings
that may inform an analysis of different ways to address the issue. |
Investigate a local environmental issue by defining the
problem, researching possible causative factors, understanding the
underlying science, and evaluating the benefits and risks of
alternative solutions. Identify resource uses that
reduce the capacity of ecosystems to support various populations (e.g.,
use of pesticides, construction). |
introduced_species.pdf | |
File Size: | 288 kb |
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introduced_species_information.pdf | |
File Size: | 44 kb |
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introduced_species_flipchart.pdf | |
File Size: | 78 kb |
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introduced_species_flipchart_day_2.pdf | |
File Size: | 100 kb |
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