Garden Ecosystems (HS)
The goal of this lesson is to understand some of the fundamental sciences behind the creation and maintenance of gardens. It is also important to look at the ecosystem dynamics of gardens and the traditional and cultural aspects that most cultures attribute to gardens.
objectives
• Identify the Biotic and Abiotic components of gardens,
• Understand the concept of ecosystem sustainability as it applies to gardens.
• Identify the role of microbes in the functioning of garden ecosystems.
• Learn basic techniques for planning and starting a garden
• Demonstrate the environmental sustainability aspects of gardens
Topic(s)
Ecosystems
type
High school lesson
9-12
Grade(s):
time needed
6 hours
author
NATURE
national next gen standards
HS-ETS1-1 Analyze a major global challenge to specify qualitative and quantitative criteria and constraints for solutions that account for societal needs and wants
HS-ETS1-3 Evaluate a solution to a complex real-world problem based on prioritized criteria and trade-offs that account for a range of constraints, including cost, safety, reliability, and aesthetics as well as possible, social, cultural, and environmental impacts.
HS-ETS1-4 Use a computer simulation to model the impact of proposed solutions to a complex real-world problem with numerous criteria and constraints or interactions within and between systems relevant to the problems
HS-LS2-7 Design, evaluate, and refine a solution for reducing the impacts of human activities on the environment and biodiversity.
RST.11-12.7- Integrate and evaluate multiple sources of information presented in diverse formats and media(e.g., quantitative data, video, multimedia in order to address a question or solve a problem
north dakota standards
9-10.2.6 Design and conduct a guided investigation
9-10.2.7 Maintain clear and accurate records of scientific investigations
9-10.2.8 Analyze data found in tables, charts, and graphs to formulate conclusions
11-12.1.2 Identify structure, organization, and dynamics of components within a system
11-12.8.1 Identify the criteria that scientific explanations must meet to be considered valid