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Survival of the fittest isn't just for the movies! A five-part activity explores several different species with known adaptations and analyzes them for their survival strategies. Using both video and research data, scholars draw conclusions about adaptations and how they contribute to evolution and the survival of a species.
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Instructional Ideas
- Have pupils record all new vocabulary in graphic organizers or notebooks for quick reference
Classroom Considerations
- Expects a solid understanding of natural selection
- Provide pairs with laptops that have Internet access to use video resources or show videos to the whole class during each section
Pros
- Provides links to important background information
- Includes a detailed teaching guide to help plan for instruction
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- None