Teacher Notes

TEACHER TIPS & TOOLS
resources, lessons, and forms to support the implementation of the research models
TIME FRAME:


recommended time frame for completion: three weeks

 

Unit:

   ECOLOGY

Focus:

   Native Plants

BCPS Content
Curriculum Indicator:

   Recognize and explain that organisms cause changes in the environment

BCPS
Library Media
Indicators:

  

Use research skills in order to evaluate, select, record, and reorganize information.

Use reference skills in order to locate information in a variety of sources.

 
 

Maryland Library Media Voluntary State Curriculum

 

  

 2A
1. Match resources to topic of interest or need.
3A
1. Students will use print resources efficiently and effectively.
3. Students will use computer/online/digital resources efficiently and effectively.
7. Use appropriate graphic organizers or note cards to record relevant information. 
8. Use own words to capture concepts and avoid plagiarism.
5A
2. Apply critical thinking and problem solving strategies.
6A
1. Make decisions to facilitate effective communication of ideas.

 

Maryland Science Voluntary State Curriculum

 
Ecology
Indicator Statement:
Recognize and explain that organisms cause changes in the environment
Objective(s):
Identify the effects of non-native plants on the environments.
Describe ways that organisms cause harmful changes to the environment, such as destruction of habitat by overpopulation and invasion by nonnative plants and animals.

 

AASL Standards for the 21st-Century Learner

  

Learners use skills, resources and tools to:

  • Inquire, think critically, and gain knowledge.
  • Draw conclusions, make informed decisions, apply knowledge to new situations, and create new knowledge.
  • Share knowledge and participate ethically and productively as members of our democratic society.
  • Pursue Personal and aesthetic growth
ISTC NETS for Students

Performance Standards and Indicators:

Grades PreK - 2

Grades 3 - 5

Grades 6 - 8

Grades 9- 12

  
bulletStandard 5: Technology research tools
bulletStudents use technology to locate, evaluate, and collect information from a variety of sources.
bulletStudents use technology tools to process data and report results.
bulletStudents evaluate and select new information resources and technological innovations based on the appropriateness for specific tasks.

 

 
Additional Source   Chesapeake Bay Field Service Office 410-573-4500

Irvine Nature Center

Adkins Arboretum

 

 

 

Last update: Julia, 2004
Created by Julia VanHook

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