Sunday, October 18, 2015

Biology 10/19 -10/23

Objective this week:  To begin discussing interdependent relationships and biodiversity in ecosystems through the implementation of a biodiversity project.  This satisfies NG Science Standards HS LS2 1,2,6,7,8

Monday
Discussion of biodiversity and what affects biodiversity.  Discuss the scientific method and propose hypothesis about the biodiversity of insects around the school.  Place pit traps for study and research.
Tuesday
Video - cooperative behavior of ants

Wednesday
Discuss video and explain ant castes.  There will be an ant caste worksheet to complement this discussion.

Thursday
Ant caste worksheet due; continue biodiversity discussion

Friday
Hadachek absent - Google Classroom assignment