Save Our Dunes

Save Our Dunes is a literature-based research project suitable for 9-12 marine science or environmental science students. The lesson requires approximately 160 min. as well as computers/ internet access/ a printer. Students are guided through a series of brainstorming activities about the types of natural events and human activities that could affect dune ecosystems.

Students discuss the importance of dunes and what might happen if some dune organisms disappeared. Students then research background texts and use the research to create and defend a unique dune management plan.
Resource ID#: 73725 Type: Lesson Plan
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General Information

Subject(s): Science
Grade Level(s): 9, 10, 11, 12
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Computers for Students, Internet Connection, Microsoft Office
Instructional Time: 2 Hour(s) 30 Minute(s)
Resource supports reading in content area:Yes
Freely Available: Yes
Keywords: dunes, ecosystem, biodiversity, protection, community, species, sea oats, human impact, natural catastrophe, management, natural resources
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Worksheet,  Assessment,  Text Resource
Resource Collection: FCR-STEMLearn Diversity and Ecology

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