Exploring Ecosystems: A 5E Lesson

Exploring Ecosystems: A 5E Lesson

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson, you will be able to understand the components of an ecosystem and their interactions.

What do you already know about ecosystems?

Engage

Discuss with a partner what comes to mind when you hear the word 'ecosystem'. Share your thoughts with the class.

Explore

Watch a video about different ecosystems around the world and take notes on the variety of plants and animals in each.

Elaborate

In groups, create a poster illustrating a local ecosystem, including its components and interactions.

Evaluate

Complete a worksheet identifying the components and interactions within a given ecosystem.

Extension

Research and present a unique ecosystem not covered in class, highlighting its distinct features and challenges.

Reflection

Write a reflection on what you have learned about ecosystems and their importance in maintaining balance in nature.

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Have students enter three things they learned in this lesson. With this they can indicate their own learning efficiency of this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Here, students enter two things they would like to know more about. This not only increases involvement, but also gives them more ownership.

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.

The students indicate here (in question form) with which part of the material they still have difficulty. For the teacher, this not only provides insight into the extent to which the students understand/master the material, but also a good starting point for the next lesson.