Curated OER
Tracking Gorillas in the Mist
Learners investigate the technologies used in monitoring and tracking the habitat of the mountain gorilla to better explain how technology is being integrated into conservation efforts.
Curated OER
Dian Fossey
In this famous person worksheet, students read a passage about Dian Fossey and then complete a variety of in-class and homework activities to support comprehension, including partner interviews, spelling, cloze, synonym...
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The Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund International: Dian Fossey
The Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund International provides a brief biography of its namesake, as well as providing a wealth of information regarding the life of mountain gorillas and what is being done for conservation and research.
California Institute of Technology
Spitzer Science Center: Gorilla Black Hole in the Mist
The Gorilla Black Hole in the Mist image features a distant galaxy with a quasar and a super-massive black hole. In addition, a detailed textual overview explains various specifics of the picture.
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Virtual Exploration Society: Dian Fossey
A very emotional essay concerning the work of Dian Fossey and her war on poachers of the gorillas of the Virunga Volcanoes.
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Webster University: Dian Fossey
This resource provides a comprehensive biographical sketch of Dian Fossey, focusing on her experience with wild gorillas.
My Hero Project
My Hero: Dian Fossey
Dian Fossey's work with the African Mountain Gorilla makes her a hero to both animals and people. Use this resource to learn about her studies and her campaign against poaching.
Curated OER
Virtual Exploration Society: Dian Fossey
A very emotional essay concerning the work of Dian Fossey and her war on poachers of the gorillas of the Virunga Volcanoes.
Danuta Bois
Distinguished Women of Past and Present: Dian Fossey
This Distinguished Women website provides a brief biography of American Zoologist, Dian Fossey.