How do you classify a newly discovered species? Learners view a presentation and complete research about biodiversity and the classification hierarchy. The lesson includes activities with dichotomous keys and work on classifying both well-known species and species that are new to science.

Concepts

biodiversity, habitats, ecosystems, dichotomous keys, classifying

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Explore the extension activities in a research unit or group project

Classroom Considerations

• Designed for use with an interactive whiteboard, but you could still use elements of the resource if you don't have the necessary technology

Pros

• Interesting for any biology class
• A good way to reinforce dichotomous keys in your biodiversity lesson

Cons

• None