Conservation Biology is for children in 8th-12th grade (approximate ages 13-18 yrs old).
In this class we will study conservation biology to better understand
the importance of biodiversity and the effect of humans on species
and ecosystems. Students will learn traditional biology topics such
as taxonomy, genetics, evolution, food webs, habitats, population,
water, carbon, and nitrogen cycles. Plus they will learn
conservation biology topics such as invasive species and disease,
effects of pollution and global warming on the natural world, and
conservation movements. This is a lab-based class so, as much as
possible, we will apply what we are learning to the local biological
life through scientific techniques such as chemical analysis,
population sampling, and using microscopes.
We will be learning through these 3 themes
observation, participation, reflection which is
how Aldo Leopold learned and taught. Homework will consist of readings from the book, videos, and independent research projects. Google Classroom will be utilized for homework assignments.
This class can satisfy 1 high school credit for biology or environmental science upon successful completion of all classes, homework, and final project. This is a lab based class. We will provide a transcript showing the hours earned for the class along with a description of the class.
You can view the class syllabus here.