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Take your biology class' understanding of biodiversity to a whole new level! Ecology scholars use data to calculate three different diversity indices based on the organisms in the Gorongosa National Park. The four-part activity uses an interactive map to illustrate species data, spreadsheets to manage diversity indices, and discussion questions to determine understanding.
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Instructional Ideas
- Extend the lesson by asking the class to compare biodiversity in Gorongosa with local biodiversity data
- Assign part four as homework to get a measure of individual learning
Classroom Considerations
- Make sure the class has Internet access to use the interactive map required in the lesson
- Set up an online account before beginning so you can email a link to students to use during the lesson
Pros
- Helpful resources in the teacher's guide make introducing the calculations and spreadsheet work very manageable
- The content is interesting and appropriate for many levels of biology learning
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- None