Mountain Pine Beetle Mania
Middle, Secondary
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Author:
John Cunnian, Erin Gluck and Steve McIsaacOrganization:
Inside Education
(View other resources)Source of Funding:
Parks Canada and othersYear Published:
2008-01-09Available in Another Language? (specify):
EnglishAdditional Resources Required
- Access to computers and internet.
- An overhead projector might be helpful.
Cost:
0.00
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Description
This is a very thorough resource that addresses the life cycle of the Mountain Pine Beetles with particular emphasis on the problems associated with cyclical outbreaks taking place in Alberta and the Western Provinces. This Canadian resource offers a variety of activities, including graphing, journaling, internet research, mind mapping, a game-show activity and culminates in a mock town hall meeting. While sometimes highly language based, these activities offer something for everyone and are very interesting.
General Assessment
Strengths
- There is lots of information provided and even more is accessible through the internet links.
- The activities are interesting and clearly presented.
- The resource is very current.
- The resource includes points of view from different stakeholders.
Weaknesses
- There are no accomodations offered for learners in difficulty.
- This resource is lacking in opportunites for students to make choices.
- There is no action project in this resource.
To enhance this resource the following changes are strongly recommended:
- Students need to be given more choice in which aspect of the issue they will study and how they will go about conducting their research.
To enhance this resource the following changes would be beneficial:
- A visit to a real forest would greatly enhance this resource.
- An action project, perhaps involving public education would make this a stronger resource.
Themes Addressed
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Ecosystems (2)
- Biodiversity
- Invasive Species
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Land Use & Natural Resources (1)
- Forests
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