Ecosystems and Biodiversity Lesson 6 : Michigan's Web of Life (view)
Units included with this Open Author resource:
- Overview
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- Learning goals:
- Describe interdependence within an ecosystem., Explain that the loss of diversity weakens ecosystems., Provide examples of the ways people benefit from Michigan's biodiversity
- Keywords:
- MEECS, Envrionment, Envrionmental
- Objectives
- Advanced Preparations
- Background Information
- Procedure
- Assessment Options
- Adaptations/Extensions/Enhancements
- References
- Additional Resources
Summary
Students use a ball of twine to create a forest ecosystem “web of life,” illustrating interdependence within a natural community and the importance of diversity within it. Students are then introduced to the concept of biodiversity and its importance.