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Journal Entry:

What are some different ways animals communicate with each other? What is the purpose of these different way to communicate?

Learning Intentions

• We will learn how invasive species affect ecosystem dynamics

• We will learn what human, geological and meteorological activities lead to changes in ecosystem structure

• We will learn types of signals animals use to indicate dominance, find food, establish territory and ensure reproductive success.

• We will learn types of behavior natural selection favors.

Closing Task:

You can apply the concepts learned about communication, variation and human impact to finish your animal research project.

Content Standards being covered:

Topics:
EVO-1.O Explain the interaction between the environment and random or preexisting variations in populations.
SYI-2.A Explain how invasive species affect ecosystem dynamics.
SYI-2.B Describe human activities that lead to changes in ecosystem structure and/or dynamics.
SYI-2.C Explain how geological and meteorological activity leads to changes in ecosystem structure and/or dynamics.
ENE-3.D Explain how the behavioral and/or physiological response of an organism is related to changes in internal or external environment.
IST-5.A Explain how the behavioral responses of organisms affect their overall fitness and may contribute to the success of the population.

Science Practices:
3.C.a Identify experimental procedures that are aligned to the question, including identifying dependent and independent variables.
5.D.a Use data to evaluate a hypothesis (or prediction), including rejecting or failing to reject the null hypothesis
5.D.b Use data to evaluate a hypothesis( or prediction), including supporting or refuting the alternative hypothesis.

Habits of Mind/Life skills being covered:

Applying past knowledge to current situations