This lesson plan is separated based on the 4- level model of inquiry, as outlined in “Simplifying Inquiry Instruction” by Randy L. Bell, Lara Smetana, and Ian Binns (link in resources). This lesson plan will introduce students to inquiry at the same time as introducing chemical reactions in an impactful way.
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BIODIVERSITY AND CRITICAL THINKING IN SENIOR BIOLOGY
Categories: Lab/Student Activity, Lesson Plan, Unit Plan
Over-arching Inquiry: Can the understanding of biodiversity help us to analyze the impact of man's actions? Learning Goal: Explain why biodiversity is important to maintaining viable ecosystems;... read more
Two-Eyed Seeing and Biodiversity
Categories: Lab/Student Activity, Lesson Plan
The following activities are divided into three sections: Minds On, Action, Consolidation. While this outline approximates a traditional lesson plan, teachers are encouraged to mix and match the... read more
Pollinator Power
Categories: Lab/Student Activity, Lesson Plan
Written by Tess Butler-Ulrich, Don Galbraith Award Winner 2020-21, Ontario Tech University In this activity, students will begin to explore the interdependency between ecological systems -... read more