Ecosystems and Biodiversity Lesson 6 : Michigan's Web of Life (view)

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Overview
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
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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.