This lesson explores how scientists use technology to collect and analyze wildlife data. Just as biologists track animal movements with remote sensors, students will use Micro: bits as simulated game cameras to detect and record sightings of three animal species. GIS tools then bring their findings to life, allowing students to map and interpret animal distribution. Finally, students apply their data to a real-world engineering challenge by evaluating the environmental impact of a natural gas pipeline and determining the most responsible route.
Key Topics: ecology, data collection, animal behavior, computer science, mapping technology, environmental impact
Science and Technology
Architecture and Construction
Info Tech
Agriculture and Food
Immersion Agenda
- Pique interest with a short introduction
- Examine real examples of wildlife monitoring and pipeline planning
- Briefly discuss relevant concepts
- Students work in groups using design thinking to set up detectors and collect data
- Groups map, analyze, and adjust their findings
- Students reflect on their work
- Short whole-group discussion with recaps on successes, difficulties, and unexpected events
- Connections to career clusters
- Possibilities for “What’s Next?”
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