The Walking Classroom’s Laura Fenn talks with Dr. Julia Stevens, a Post-Doc Research Associate in the Genomics and Microbiology Lab at the North Carolina Museum of Natural Science. Julia explains what she does as a Post-Doc Research Associate and about the impact of invasive species.
Character Value: Optimism
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Common Core
L–Language | SL–Speaking and Listening | RI–Reading: Informational | RL–Reading: Literature | W–Writing | RH–6-8 Literacy in History/Social Studies | RST–6-8 Literacy in Science & Technical Subjects Elementary School:RI.3.1, RI.3.2, SL.3.1, SL.3.4
RI.4.1, RI.4.2, SL.4.1, SL.4.4
RI.5.1, RI.5.2, SL.5.1, SL.5.4
Middle School:
RI.6.1, RI.6.2, SL.6.1, SL.6.4
RI.7.1, RI.7.2, RI.7.3, SL.7.1, SL.7.4
RI.8.1, RI.8.2, RI.8.3, SL.8.1, SL.8.4
RST.6-8.4
Next Generation Science Standards
PS–Physical Science | LS–Life Science | ESS–Earth and Space Science | ETS–Engineering, Technology and the Application of Science Elementary School: 3-LS4-4, 5-LS2-1Middle School: MS-LS2-1, MS-LS2-5
Slide Deck:
Dr. Julia Stevens, Microbial Ecologist Slide Deck
Learn about ten of the world’s most invasive species from Earth Rangers, then create “Wanted” posters for them.
Simulate the effect of invasive bugs on crops with this activity from the New York Times’ Learning Network.
Discover two very different ecosystems, which both rely on water. Note: Includes downloadable Teacher Guide.
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