It's a small world

IN THIS UNIT WE WILL ...

• • Find out what happens to an ecosystem when the natural conditions are modified.

• Explore:

  • - the ways different species interact in ecosystems around the world;

  • - the interactions of species that make up the local ecosystem.

  • Take action by identifying, advocating for, and making small changes in our daily habits that will have a positive impact on a local ecosystem.

These Approaches to Learning (AtL) skills will be useful ...

• • Reflective skills

  • Information literacy skills

  • Creative-thinking skills

  • Organisation skills

  • Communication skills

  • Transfer skills

We will reflect on this learner profile attribute ...

• • Caring - in particular, what does it mean to be caring when interacting with others? Do other animals show caring, or is it a trait unique to humans? What are some ways that caring is shown?

Assessment opportunities:

• • Criterion A: Knowing and understanding

  • Criterion C: Processing and evaluating

  • Criterion D: Reflecting on the impacts of Science