Ecosystems and Biodiversity Lesson 1 : Ecosystem Basics (view)
Units included with this Open Author resource:
- Overview
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- Learning goals:
- Describe how the Great Lakes make Michigan a unique place on Earth, Describe the basic requirements for all living things to maintain their existence, Identify and describe examples of populations, communities, and ecosystems found within Michigan, including the Great Lakes
- Keywords:
- MEECS, Envrionment, Enviromental
- Objectives
- Advanced Preparation
- Background Information
- Michigan's Four Regional Landscapes
- What Makes Michigan A Special Place to Live? Facts
- Procedure
- Assessment Options
- Adaptations/Extensions/Enhancements
- References
- Additional Resources
Summary
Students first consider what supports all life on Earth and are then introduced to the levels of environmental organization (biosphere, biome, ecosystem, community, population, and organism).