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"Decomposition Mission" by Beetles Science and Teaching for Field Instructors
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- Activity
- Classroom printable
- Lesson plan/Unit plan
- Grade Level
- 4
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- EEPSA : http://eepsa.org/ - 2 years ago
- Description
- In this activity, students investigate the fascin…
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- Activity
- Classroom printable
- Lesson plan/Unit plan
- Grade Level
- 4
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- EEPSA : http://eepsa.org/ - 2 years ago
- Description
- In this activity, students investigate the fascinating and complex process of decomposition and lay the foundation for deeper understanding of concepts related to matter and energy transfer in ecosystems. Through exploration and discussion, students go beyond simple definitions. Instead, students discover key characteristics of decomposition as they struggle with creating a sequence for decomposing wood and leaves. They learn the difference between physical decomposition and chemical decomposition and that many things contribute to decomposition, but certain organisms are classified as decomposers. They also search for and discuss evidence of decomposers, make model diagrams to further develop their ideas about the process of decomposition, and discuss decomposition and its role in the cycling of matter. Finally, students are challenged to recognize the evidence and impact of decomposition in the ecosystems they explore.
- Subject
- Science
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Earth Science
- Environmental Science
- Keywords
- Experiential Education
- Place-based Education
- Ecology
- Ecosystem
- Forest
- URLs
- http://www.beetlesproject.org/cms/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/Decomposition-Mission.pdf
- http://www.beetlesproject.org/resources/for-field-instructors/decomposition-mission/
- Learning Standards
- Students will: - Explore, observe, and compare samples of decomposing materials and use reasoning to determine the level of decomposition among them - Search for and classify decomposers (or evidence of them) as fungi, bacteria or invertebrates - Investigate and discuss decomposition as the process of breaking down dead organisms and their waste materials into smaller and simpler forms of matter - Create a model diagram for the process of decomposition - Discuss the role decomposers play in making matter available to living plants
- Duration
- 30-60 minutes
- Language
- English
- Date Created
- Jun 30, 2018
1 recommendation
Designing a Resilient Community by the Centre for Ecoliteracy
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- Lesson plan/Unit plan
- Presentation
- Grade Level
- 8
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- Adult
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- EEPSA : http://eepsa.org/ - 2 years ago
- Description
- A project-based learning activity in which studen…
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- Activity
- Lesson plan/Unit plan
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- Grade Level
- 8
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- Adult
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- EEPSA : http://eepsa.org/ - 2 years ago
- Description
- A project-based learning activity in which students assess their community's ability to respond to crises and develop ideas for making it more resilient. Students participate in project-based learning over several days as they assess their community's ability to respond to crises that threaten both natural and human systems. Then they develop ideas for redesigning their community to be more resilient.
- Subject
- Cross-Curricular
- Social Justice
- Earth Science
- Environmental Science
- Social Studies
- Geography
- Keywords
- Environmental Education
- Place-based Education
- Experiential Education
- Climate Change
- Project-based Learning
- URLs
- https://www.ecoliteracy.org/sites/default/files/uploads/shared_files/CEL_Designing_Resilient_Community.pdf
- https://www.ecoliteracy.org/download/designing-resilient-community
- Duration
- 50-75 minutes
- Language
- English
- Date Created
- Jun 30, 2018
1 recommendation
"I Notice, I Wonder, It Reminds Me Of": Exploration Routine by Beetles Science and Teaching for Field Instructors
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- K
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- EEPSA : http://eepsa.org/ - 2 years ago
- Description
- During the activity, students pick up a natural o…
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- Activity
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- K
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- EEPSA : http://eepsa.org/ - 2 years ago
- Description
- During the activity, students pick up a natural object, such as a leaf, and make “I notice…” statements out loud with a partner, then share some of their observations with the group. They do the same with “I wonder…” questions, and with “It reminds me of…” connections. Then, students practice using these tools while exploring whatever they find interesting. This simple routine can help students get beyond seeing nature as a “green blur,” and lead them to never be bored in nature again.
- Subject
- Science
- Biology
- Earth Science
- Environmental Science
- Keywords
- Outdoor Education
- Experiential Education
- Field Studies
- Connecting to Nature
- URLs
- http://www.beetlesproject.org/cms/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/I-Notice-I-Wonder-It-Reminds-Me-Of.pdf
- Learning Standards
- Students will: - Increase curiosity for and directly engage with aspects of the natural world. - Make observations, ask questions, and relate findings to past experiences. - Learn that descriptive observations are distinct from statements of opinion or identification.
- Duration
- 15-75 minutes
- Language
- English
- Date Created
- Jun 30, 2018
1 recommendation
"Jobs in a Biotic Community" by the Center for Ecoliteracy
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- Activity
- Classroom printable
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- Grade Level
- K
- 1
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- EEPSA : http://eepsa.org/ - 2 years ago
- Description
- Students take a census of an outdoor site, and lo…
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- Activity
- Classroom printable
- Lesson plan/Unit plan
- Grade Level
- K
- 1
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- EEPSA : http://eepsa.org/ - 2 years ago
- Description
- Students take a census of an outdoor site, and look for organisms that perform different “jobs” in the biotic community. A biotic (or natural) community is made up of the various organisms that live and interact with one another in a particular environment. As in a human community, its members have different roles and depend on each other for survival. In this activity, students examine a study area to find out what organisms live there and the ecological jobs or niches they fill.
- Subject
- Revised Curriculum
- Science
- Biology
- Earth Science
- Environmental Science
- Social Studies
- Geography
- Keywords
- Environmental Education
- Experiential Education
- Place-based Education
- Outdoor Education
- Community
- Ecosystem
- Biotic
- URLs
- https://www.ecoliteracy.org/sites/default/files/uploads/CEL_Lesson_Jobs_in_a_Biotic_Community.pdf
- https://www.ecoliteracy.org/download/downloadable-resource-jobs-biotic-community
- Duration
- 60 minutes
- Language
- English
- Date Created
- Jun 30, 2018
2 recommendations
Kootenay Boundary Environmental Education Initiative Inspiration Handbook
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- K
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- EEPSA : http://eepsa.org/ - 2 years ago
- Description
- Open links in Chrome.
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- K
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- EEPSA : http://eepsa.org/ - 2 years ago
- Description
- Open links in Chrome.
- The KBEE has been working to find ways of enabling teachers to effectively use environmental/place-based education across their teaching practices in order to support students in developing the Core Competencies and achieving the Content, Curricular Competencies and Big Ideas in the Know-Do-Understand model articulated by the BC Ministry of Education, as well as to enhance their students' learning experiences both in and outside of their classrooms.
- Subject
- Cross-Curricular
- Earth Science
- Environmental Science
- Social Studies
- Geography
- Keywords
- Place-based Education
- Outdoor Education
- Place-conscious Learning
- Experiential Education
- Inquiry
- Learning Standards
- https://www.curriculum.gov.bc.ca/curriculum
- Duration
- 30-75 minutes
- Language
- English
- Date Created
- Jun 29, 2018
1 recommendation
Nature Scene Investigators by Beetles Science and Teaching for Field Instructors
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- Activity
- Assessment
- Classroom printable
- Lesson plan/Unit plan
- Grade Level
- 4
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- EEPSA : http://eepsa.org/ - 2 years ago
- Description
- This activity sets an exciting tone of exploratio…
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- Activity
- Assessment
- Classroom printable
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- Grade Level
- 4
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- EEPSA : http://eepsa.org/ - 2 years ago
- Description
- This activity sets an exciting tone of exploration and discovery, encouraging an inquiry mindset in students that helps establish a community of curious, active learners. Students gain tools to explore the natural world—and are inspired to discover and attempt to explain the abundant nature mysteries that surround us. NSI works well at the start of a field experience, to get students excited about nature mysteries.
- Subject
- Revised Curriculum
- Health and PE
- Science
- Earth Science
- Environmental Science
- Keywords
- Experiential Education
- Ecosystem
- Place-based Education
- Outdoor Education
- Inquiry
- URLs
- http://www.beetlesproject.org/cms/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/NSI-Nature-Scene-Investigators-2.pdf
- http://www.beetlesproject.org/resources/for-field-instructors/nsi-nature-scene-investigators-2/
- Duration
- 30-60 minutes
- Language
- English
- Date Created
- Jun 30, 2018
1 recommendation
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T'was the night d'avant Noël
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- Rome Lavrencic - 6 years ago
- Description
- This fun-filled activity allows students to put o…
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- Rome Lavrencic - 6 years ago
- Description
- This fun-filled activity allows students to put on a simple production of "T'was the night before Christmas" in both French and English. In order to provide maximum participation, a teacher may wish to divide the lines of this classic poem so that each student recites 2 or 3 lines at a time. Each student would bring props, costumes and any set designs they wish. Be sure to allow students to take ownership of all aspects of the production (casting roles, direction, costumes, speech coaches, props manager, etc.). In the end, be sure to invite other classes to come watch this 5 minute performance. It's sure to put a jolly smile on students' faces.
- Subject
- Arts Education
- Drama
- Languages
- French
- Keywords
- BCATML
- Français
- FSL
- Core French
- Christmas
- Saynette
- Learning Standards
- This activity meets many of the Prescribed Learning Outcomes for Core French relating to understanding cultural influences, spoken production, reading comprehension, and expressing acquired information in oral and visual forms.
- Language
- English
- Date Created
- Dec 6, 2014
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