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Africa Wildlife Conservation Lesson Plans
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Students explore wildlife conservation by investigating the reintroduction of species into their natural habitats and species near extinction. They create a poster and a position paper that explains the importance of preserving this species.
Students examine the types of tools and maps used in Geography. They create their own geographic perspective in regards to Africa. Using an issue of their choice, they analyze the issue through the geographic perspective. They answer questions related to the issue they choose as well.
Students examine research gathered through the conservation efforts of Dr. Michael Fay and the Wildlife Conservation Society. They also analyze the role that geographic technology currently plays in mitigating population growth's negative effects.
In this lesson students study the story of student journalist Casey Parks' September, 2006, journey to Central Africa with New York Times columnist, Nicholas Kristof. They then act as representatives to the tourism boards of developing countries and produce materials that inform, welcome and educate young prospective visitors to their lands.
In this lesson learners use resources such as the National Geographic magazine feature Africa MegaFlyover to find out more about how GIS is used.
Learners explore changing logging practices in the Congo Republic and research the many roles of tropical forests as a natural resource. To synthesize their understanding, learners write letters to loggers in Africa, urging them to adopt responsible loggi
Learners investigate habitat destruction and hunting/poaching to determine which problem should be addressed first or whether they must both be addressed simultaneously.
In this lesson students investigate social behavior patterns of primates. Next, students research a specific primate-analyzing individual and group behavior patterns particular to the species. They create informational posters and present findings to the class.
In this lesson students explore Olson's efforts to identify extinct or nearly extinct plants. They research both sides of the issue and write an editorial or letter to Congress supporting their opinion.
Students create a plan for the land in their community. In this land planning lesson, students learn about the different types of land in their community and what it is used for. They then will assume the role of community planner, and set up a future plan for the land in their community.
