Introduction
ECOSYSTEMS
Grade 3
Through this web quest we will discover what an ecosystem is, the different types of ecosystems, and how human activity can affect ecosystems. We will engage in various online activities in preparation for the task at hand.
Have fun discovering :-)
Task
Now that you have learned all about ecosystems, you are ready for the next step.
In groups of four, create a Power Point presentation on one of the following ecosystems:
- Beach
- Pond
- Mangrove
Your Power Point should describe the functions of the various organisms within the selected ecosystem. You will then show the effect that human activity can have on the ecosystem you have chosen.
Process
1. To begin your discovery you are to form groups of four based on the colors handed to you at the beginning of the class.
2. Once you have formed your groups continue your discovery by selecting the links in order as they appear below. View below links which provides information on ecosystems. Make sure to take notes of important points.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sKJoXdrOT70
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1vLHi3NHEHg
3. Links with images of ecosystems on St. Maarten.
https://www.bing.com/images/search?q=st.maarten+mangroves&qpvt=st.maarten+mongroves&FORM=IGRE
4. Effects of human activity.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HHSAOd__ZD8
5. Now that you have gathered your information, create 5 slides in Power Point to present your findings, based on your required task.
Evaluation
Presentation grading will be based on the rubric below.
Conclusion
Now that you have discovered more about ecosystems, think about what you can do to preserve them.
Credits
Slide Share Images 2018
Bing Images 2018
YouTube