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Exploring Biomes Lesson 5: You Need a Vacation

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In cooperative groups, emerging ecologists research assigned biomes found in Arizona. Combining photos and facts, they use PowerPoint to produce a fully automated commercial that lasts 45 seconds. In addition to the lesson outline, a nifty instructions sheet and grading rubric are provided.

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Research, the internet, biomes, elevation, arizona

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arizona, biomes, biotic communities, elevation, powerpoint presentation, internet research, science
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Grade
6th - 10th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
Audience
For Teacher Use
Duration
5 days
Instructional Strategy
Research
Technology
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