Ecosystems and Biodiversity Lesson 9 : Most Wanted - Invaders of the Great Lakes Region (view)
Units included with this Open Author resource:
- Overview
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- Learning goals:
- Classify examples of invasive species according to type, habitat, origin, date, and method of introduction., Describe the impact of invasive species on Michigan ecosystems., Develop/identify solutions for preventing the introduction of new species or spread of existing ones.
- Keywords:
- MEECS, Environment, Environmental
- Objectives
- Advanced Preparations
- Background Information
- Procedure
- Assessment Options
- Adaptations/Extensions/Enhancements
- References
- Additional Resources
Summary
Students use a set of Invasive Species Picture Cards to learn about 30 invasive species affecting both aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems in the Great Lakes region. Students use the cards to classify the organisms according to their habitat type, method of introduction, origin, and date of arrival. Students then identify strategies for preventing the introduction of new species or the spread of existing ones.