Inside
the Rainforests of the Sea: Coral Reefs and Their EndangermentFebruary 2007
Inside
the Rainforests of the Sea: Coral Reefs and Their Endangerment
February 2007
For a science teacher, having students learn about coral and coral reefs provides an opportunity to present numerous scientific concepts in an integrated manner. The concepts of radial symmetry, biodiversity, symbiosis, interdependence, endangerment, and climate change all apply to coral reef biology/ecology. In addition, the study of coral reefs cuts across subject areas as well, integrating language arts, mathematics/statistics, and social sciences. To aid you in exploring coral reefs with your students, here’s a primer on the scientific basics and also some ideas to consider for your classroom.
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http://science.nsta.org/enewsletter/2007-04/ss0702_12.pdf
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Magnifying
Students' Interest in Science
July 2006
Through integrating visual art and microscopy, students learn about the creativity
of scientists and begin to appreciate the roles of intuition, creativity, and
culture in the science field.
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http://www.nsta.org/gateway&j=ss&n=52204
Tabizi
Pythons and Clendro Hawks: Using Imaginary Animals to Achieve Real Knowledge
About Ecosystems
January 2007
In this activity, imaginary organisms teach students about food chains and
energy flow, food webs, and the effects of natural and humanmade events on ecosystems.
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