This full unit uses the coral reef as a case study for biodiversity and human impact topics for Science GCSE. It is a great way for students to apply learning to new contexts in preparation for exams.
The unit makes use of multimedia content and science research, making it appropriate for students of all levels.
Downloads include a full teacher book with student sheets and all resources for teaching, with a PowerPoint for each lesson.
Lessons cover the following topics (with multimedia and further resources available from https://encounteredu.com/teachers/units/coral-oceans-science-14-16):
- Scales in an ecosystem and the importance of mutualism
- Direct human impacts on the coral reef (e.g. overfishing)
- Indirect human impacts on the coral reef (e.g. climate change)
- How scientists research the reef to identify areas in need of protection
- How reefs are protected and importance of habitat connectivity
- Decision-making exercise on coral reef protection and impact on local communities
- Students design their own marine protected area applying science concepts
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