Expeditions In Ecology

High School, Science

Units included in Expiditions in Ecology

  1. Jambo the Whale Shark
    • 2D video  
    • Humans and marine life are connected in a variety of ways–find out how we can live in harmony via Jambo’s story.
  2. Goodness Gracious Great Garbage Gyres 
    • 2D Video 
    • Where do all of the plastic water bottles, straws, and packaging end up? Sadly, much is in our oceans–learn about the effects and solutions.
  3. Green Materials 
    • 360 Video
    • Learn about the benefits of sustainable building practices in New Orleans.
  4. Clouds Over Yonder 
    • Like games? Soar through the sky as you answer questions and search for the answers in the clouds.
  5. Repurposing with Wendy
    • 360 Video 
    • Follow the soda pop can on its journey through the recycling plant.

All lessons are based on Next Gen Science Standards.
All units are related to human sustainability.

  • Age Group: High School
  • Category: Earth Science
  • NGSS: HS-ESS3-2, HS-PS1-1, HS-ESS1-1, HS-ESS3-3, HS-ESS3-4
  • Runtime: 30-40 min.

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