Matter and Energy in Organisms and Ecosystems

Catalog description

In this non-clinical intermediate course, students examine the major concepts around the flow of matter and energy within ecosystems and explore the best methodologies to teach these concepts. The major concepts include: energy production in organisms; cycling of carbon through each sphere; carbon’s role in living things; cycling of matter and energy in aerobic and anaerobic conditions; and cycling of matter and energy among organisms and ecosystems. The student develops multiple engaging activities and lesson plans to teach middle or high school children details within the major concepts. Students create formative investigations and assessments related to the major concepts as well as satisfy summative assessment requirements. Students plan an integrated/thematic unit with lessons that align with Next Generation Science Standards.