Ch+6+Humans+in+the+Biosphere

=Ch 6: Humans in the Biosphere=

==__I. Standards__: **B.4.2.4**==

==__II. Eligible Content__:== Describe how ecosystems change in response to natural and human disturbances (climate changes, introduction of nonnative, pollution, fires, etc.)

__III. Big Ideas__
How have human activities shaped local and global ecology? What is the relationship between resource use and sustainable development? What are the primary sources of air and water pollution?

==**__IV. Background Information:__**== Knowledge of the scientific method & nature of science information Some biochemical knowledge (what is water, carbon, nitrogen, etc.)

==**__V. Acceptable Evidence:__**== Passing grade on unit assessment Clear understanding of the lab Passing grades on embedded assessment

**__VI. Sequence:__**
A Changing Landscape PPT
 * __Day 1:__**


 * __Day 2:__**

Using Resources Wisely PPT


 * __Day 3:__**

Biodiversity