This project uses satellite tracking to follow the movements of four animals: the king eider, the leatherback turtle, the peregrine falcon, and the polar bear. All materials needed for this hands-on interactive project are on the web site. To start, go to My Favorite Links and click on Space for Species .
GRADE LEVEL: 6-9
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Students will:
*Gain awareness of migratory species and how the seasons affect their movment.
*Recognize the importance of perserving natural habitats.
*Learn how space technologies work and appreciate their roles in wildlife and habitat conservation.
*Find out how to track and map real migration routes and keep their own field notes.
SUNSHINE STATE STANDARDS
SC.D.2.3.2
SC.F.1.3.7
SC.H.1.3.6
MY CLASSROOM - DEALING WITH LIMITED ACCESS
One modem line to share using wireless connection between 5 computers. Use Web Whacker software to download website in case of interupted connection. Cooperative groups will be used due to limited number of computers.
