Consider how your topic has developed and changed over time.
REQUIREMENTS:
1. Create a visually appealing historical timeline showing how your topic has changed over time; the chronological events which impacted the topic and how that relates to the present.
2. Use research, historical images, and sources to show the development of and a strong understanding of the topic.
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Include a prediction statement of how this topic may appear/ be in the future.
Each entry (minimum of 10) on the timeline should include a 3-4 sentence description.
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Screen record a 2.5-3.5 minute video to walk us through your finished product while narrating and explaining the content included.
6. Embed your MLA/APA Citations at the end of your product
1. What is your chosen topic? Marine Biome
2. As you research your topic, what are three main ideas associated with your topic?
Make sure you are citing your sources as you research in MLA or APA format!
Main Idea 1: Keystone species like the sea otter are important for the health and balance of marine ecosystems.
Summary of main idea: By controlling the population of certain prey species, they stop overpopulation and help keep the stability of the ecosystem.
Main Idea 2: Abiotic factors such as salinity and ocean currents are important for determining the types of organisms that can survive in different marine ecosystems.
Summary of main idea: These factors affect where different marine species live and how many of them are, which also affects the marine ecosystems.
Main Idea 3: Symbiotic relationships, including mutualism, commensalism, and parasitism, are common in the marine biome and interact between different species.
Summary of main idea: These relationships can change the survival, reproduction, and organisms that are involved.
3. Write a list of at least five vocabulary words AND their definitions related to the main ideas of your topic.
Keystone Species:
A keystone species is a species with a dramatically large effect on an ecosystem relative to its abundance
Niche:
The functional role that an organism plays within the ecosystem
Abiotic Factors:
Non-living part of an ecosystem
Symbiotic Relationship:
Mutualism, Commensalism, Parasitism
Environmental Issue:
Climate change, Pollution
2. When you read the requirements on your choice board, what are specific things that you need to pay attention to as you plan your project? (Video length, hand-drawn images, word counts, etc.)
- Selecting a keystone species in the marine biome with niche/life cycle info. - Describing abiotic factors present in the marine biome. - Providing examples of symbiotic relationships in the marine biome. - Discussing at least one environmental issue impacting the marine biome. - Including three main ideas associated with the marine biome topic. - List five vocabulary words related to the marine biome with definitions. - Meeting specific requirements for video length, hand-drawn images, word counts, etc. as per the choice board instructions.
3. Create an outline below OR complete the graphic organizer to help you organize your ideas for your product before you begin creating your project. Use this as a planning space before beginning.
I. Introduction
A. Brief overview of the marine biome
B. Explanation of the importance of studying the marine biome
II. Historical Timeline
A. Evolution of the marine biome
1. Early marine life forms
2. Impact of climate change on marine ecosystems
3. Development of marine protected areas
B. Keystone Species
1. Introduction to keystone species in the marine biome
2. Role of sea otters as keystone species
3. Importance of keystone species for ecosystem balance
C. Abiotic Factors
1. Definition of abiotic factors
2. Examples of abiotic factors in the marine biome
3. Impact of abiotic factors on marine species
D. Symbiotic Relationships
1. Explanation of symbiotic relationships
2. Examples of mutualism, commensalism, and parasitism in the marine biome
3. Effects of symbiotic relationships on marine species
E. Environmental Issues
1. Discussion of climate change as an environmental issue in the marine biome
2. Impact of pollution on marine ecosystems
3. Solutions to environmental issues in the marine biome
III. Prediction for the Future
A. Potential changes in the marine biome
B. Possible advancements in marine conservation efforts
IV. Conclusion
A. Recap of key points
B. Importance of preserving and studying the marine biome
4. How does your outline/graphic organizer help you with the creation of your project?
The outline/graphic organizer helps to organize my ideas and content for the project in a logical and structured manner. It ensures that I include all the necessary information and key points related to the marine biome, from its historical development to current issues and future predictions. This outline will serve as a guide to keep my project focused and coherent.