Teaching Resources
- Example Research Papers - this link provides examples of straightforward research papers published in scientific journals.
- Elk Game Science Activity - this activity shows students how competition, predation, and disease affect populations of elk, cattle, wolves, and hunters in a Rocky Mountain community. The game is interactive and perfect for 8-12grade students studying ecology.
- LTER Longterm Research Manual - the activities in this manual are designed to teach basic ecological principles and inquiry skills and to make students aware of the value of long-term research as a basis for conservation management and regional planning decisions.
- Decomposition Rates of Sow Bugs - this protocol details a set of procedures that help investigators determine rates of decomposition of litter by sow bugs under various conditions.
- Journey to El Yunkque - this site discusses the impacts of hurricanes on rainforests and can be viewed in English and Spanish.
- Mock Classroom Experience - this outlines a mock classroom experience that will be used during the Teacher Training Workshops. Teachers will learn new activities to bring to their classrooms by leading and participating in practice activities.
- Using Modeling Material - this link will connect you to an explanation of how teachers have used modeling in the past. It will include testimonials of what has and has not worked for teachers while integrating modeling into their classrooms. Study input may be included as well.
- Student Readings - these readings are designed to provide background information about the protocols for your students.
- Journal Articles - academic readings that may supplement your class lessons.
- Earth and Sky - Earth and Sky's goal is to "build a bridge between scientists and you."
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