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Cattle Feeding InteractiveCattle Feeding Interactive
Publisher
Learning Games Lab
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Grade
9th - 12th
Subjects
Math
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Resource Type
Interactives
Audiences
For Teacher Use
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Duration
30 mins
Instructional Strategies
Hands-on Activity
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Technology
Internet Access
Year
2018
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Cattle Feeding

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Finding a balance between too much protein and not enough doesn't have to be a guessing game. Young scientists use an interactive lesson to learn how to calculate protein content in cattle feed and how to mix feed to create the ideal level. The online resource models how to make the calculations and provides feedback on participants' feed selection. 

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Concepts

protein, nitrogen, water pollution, agribusiness

Additional Tags

science

Instructional Ideas

  • Have pupils research nitrogen and protein levels of different feed types
  • Ask learners to take notes on the information provided in the interactive

Classroom Considerations

  • Requires a previous study of nitrogen and protein requirements

Pros

  • Follows the interactive with questions for reflection
  • Includes hints and tips throughout the interactive

Cons

  • None

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