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This Biomes and Population Dynamics - Balance Within Natural Systems lesson plan also includes:
How large can a population become? The fifth installment of a nine-part unit teaches young ecologists about limiting factors that determine the carrying capacity of species in the Sonoran Desert. Here is a PowerPoint to help present this concept.
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Instructional Ideas
- Team up with a biology teacher for the lesson
Classroom Considerations
- There is an associated activity for the lesson
- It is helpful (though not necessary) for learners to have an understanding of exponential and logistic growth
Pros
- PowerPoint presentation contains supplemental visuals
- Provides presentation in PDF form for easy printing
Cons
- Very little student interaction