A short article on how living shorelines utilize natural methods to slow coastal erosion within the Chesapeake Bay.
Students understand organism interactions and how those interactions shift in response to climate change, especially in grassland communities.
In this activity, students will use a simple survey to assess the knowledge of classmates and/or neighbors concerning invasive plants. Students will analyze the survey results to determine how best to educate the community about invasive plants.
In this archived webinar, conservation biologist Joe Kolowski leads us into the Peruvian Amazon, a rich, fertile, and essential part of our planet. He shows how the technique of ?camera trapping? helps scientists to understand the creatures that move about the jungle?particularly mammals that may be endangered by oil exploration. Kolowski is working with other scientists to develop a conservation initiative for the area. They are incorporating biodiversity principles and new scientific research in an attempt to minimize the negative effects of oil exploration and development in this area.
In this lesson, students are introduced to the concept of an invasive species, the Burmese python, and its impact on other animal populations in an ecosystem. Students will explore the impact that competition and predation have on native populations due to the introduction of an invasive species.
In this lesson, students will learn the impact that wildlife has on society and the impact that society has on wildlife. Students will learn the relationship between wildlife and economics and society and how this is in the form of conflict and resolution.
This video discusses invasive species and nutrient pollution as two major issues threatening the health of the oceans. A set of discussion questions and post-viewing activities are provided.
In this activity, students will read quotes concerning invasive species from a variety of sources. They will identify the position of the writer, choose sides in a debate, and defend a position that might not be their own.
Students identify stresses that threaten the health of ocean ecosystems, explain natural and human-caused processes that contribute to these stresses, and discuss actions that may be taken to reduce these stresses.
Students analyze data and maps to understand how increased population growth impacts the water quality of the Chesapeake Bay. Then they explore how the health of the Bay affects its animals.
Students explain the environmental and economic impacts of preserving local green spaces and collect evidence to prepare to debate the advantages and disadvantages of local green spaces.
This video shows the connection between climate change, an increase in beetles, and a decline of grizzly bears in Yellowstone National Park.
Students explore the methods scientists use to survey elephants and learn about the current state of the elephant population in Africa. The story of African elephants is a powerful case study of how science can inform conservation. It is important to track how many elephants are left and where they live to help protect them.
This brief video lesson describes the miraculous journey of infant sea turtles as these tiny animals run the gauntlet of predators and harsh conditions. Then, in numbers, see how human behavior has made their tough lives even more challenging. Discussion/assessment questions and suggested supplemental resources are also included.
In this lesson, students will develop an understanding of the concept of sustainable forestry and the relationship with modern forest management.
This video discusses sustainable fishing practices and how we can support it through our seafood choices. A set of discussion questions and post-viewing activities are provided.
In this problem-based learning activity, students are asked to research and make recommendations that balance the benefits of a healthy forest with the economic needs of the people who log it. Students use NIH Image software to analyze satellite imagery from Landsat. This activity is from Exploring the Environment.
Students research three aspects of biodiversity loss - direct species loss, habitat loss and pests and weeds.
In this activity students investigate the importance of persistence and creativity in scientific research through an examination of "bush sickness" in the Kaingora Forest in New Zealand.
In this problem-based learning activity, students will examine opposing views on the Amazon Rainforest and will take a position on land-use and species conservation in one of the last areas of biodiversity on Earth. This activity is part of Exploring the Environment.