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Humans and Ecosystems

Students will assess the impacts of disruptions and human activities on local ecosystems, including freshwater bodies, forests, and meadows. During a guided exploration, students explore real-world examples of ecological protection efforts at our wildlife sanctuaries and identify their pros and cons. Students will apply their learning by brainstorming solutions to protect ecosystems and people in their own communities in the face of rising temperatures and climate change.

Program Location(s):

Broad Meadow Brook, Worcester

Grades:

6, 7, 8

Price:

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Learning Standards Supported:

6-MS-ETS1-1 - Engineering Design - criteria/constraints of design problem
6-MS-ETS1-6 (MA) - Engineering Design - communicate design solution to user
7-MS-LS2-4 - Ecosystems--Interactions, Energy, and Dynamics - ecosystem disruptions can shift pop.
7-MS-LS2-5 - Ecosystems--Interactions, Energy, and Dynamics - designs for protecting an ecosystem
8-MS-ESS3-5 - Earth and Human Activity - human activities and global temperatures

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