Science 10
SCI10-CD3
Examine biodiversity through the analysis of interactions among populations within communities.
Indicators for this outcome
| (a) |
Discuss the importance of biodiversity and maintaining biodiversity. (S, K) |
| (b) |
Understand that scientists describe biomes as resulting from the interaction of biotic and abiotic factors such as temperature, precipitation, insolation, latitude, altitude and geography. (A, K) |
| (c) |
Compare the biodiversity and climatic characteristics of several of Earth's major biomes. (S, K) |
| (d) |
Estimate the abundance of organisms in a local ecosystem using random (e.g., quadrat), systematic (e.g., line transect and belt transect) and/or stratified sampling techniques. (S) |
| (e) |
Determine the population density, percentage frequency and/or percentage cover of one or more organisms in an ecosystem using primary or secondary population data. (S) |
| (f) |
Discuss ethical and cultural perspectives related to studying biotic components of ecosystems, including the potential benefits and consequences of technologies (e.g., radio collar) and techniques (e.g., mark and recapture) used to collect data. (K, STSE, A) |
| (g) |
Examine ways in which scientists collaborate with Elders, knowledge keepers and other community members to gather and interpret data related to biotic components of ecosystems. (STSE, A) |
| (h) |
Construct and/or interpret graphs of population dynamics of humans and other species to determine population trends within an ecosystem. (S, A) |
| (i) |
Investigate various ways in which natural populations attempt to maintain equilibrium, and relate this equilibrium to the resource limits of an ecosystem with reference to concepts such as carrying capacity, natality, mortality, immigration and emigration. (S, K) |
| (j) |
Examine the relationship between the biodiversity of an ecosystem, its primary productivity and ecological resilience. (K, S) |
| (k) |
Examine how factors such as invasive species, habitat loss and climate change affect biodiversity within an ecosystem, and can result in species becoming at-risk (i.e., vulnerable, threatened and extirpated). (K, STSE) |
| (l) |
Analyze how the bioaccumulation and biomagnification of human-made substances can affect the viability and biodiversity of organisms and populations in an ecosystem. (K, STSE) |
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R009254
Muskrats and Fire
Muskrats and Fire, written by Renée Carrière in collaboration with Charlebois Community School students in Cumberland House, provides a personal account of their journey to answer the question: Where have all the muskrats gone? The book weaves historical and present-day teachings shared by community Knowledge Keepers with the Saskatchewan K-12 curriculum. Stories centre around one Cree dialect and the cultural experiences of a specific community. It is not meant to encompass all Indigenous communities or cultural practices.
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Document
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
April 9, 2019
R034726
Nelson Science 10. Concepts and Connections
Nelson Science 10: Concepts and Connections was listed in the bibliography of resources to support Science 10 in 2005 and its components continue to be applicable for supporting the Science 10 (2014) curriculum.
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Nelson Science 10. Concepts and Connections. Student Text
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Nelson Science 10. Concepts and Connections. Teacher's Resource
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R052013
Below Zero
Below Zero is an instructional resource for educators teaching about natural resources within winter and frozen environments. Designed to complement the Project WILD Activity Guide, the activities in Below Zero promote awareness, knowledge, skills and responsible behaviour towards wildlife in winter environments. The activity guide contains four sections: Awareness and Appreciation, Habitat and Ecological Principles, Adaptation and Responsible Human Actions. Teachers are encouraged to select and adapt activities from this resource that align with curriculum outcomes and meet the needs of students.
Below Zero activity guides are free to teachers attending a Below Zero workshop, often offered in conjunction with Project WILD workshops. These workshops provide an opportunity to experience the activities and to plan how to use them in the classroom. A modest registration fee covers workshop materials and expenses.
Below Zero activity guides are free to teachers attending a Below Zero workshop, often offered in conjunction with Project WILD workshops. These workshops provide an opportunity to experience the activities and to plan how to use them in the classroom. A modest registration fee covers workshop materials and expenses.
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Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
Free to workshop participants
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R101416
BC Science 10. Student Edition
This textbook, designed for the British Columbia science curriculum, provides support for Climate Change, Ecosystems, and Chemical Reactions outcomes, as well as moderate support for the Force and Motion in our World outcomes of the renewed Saskatchewan Science 10 curriculum. This resource includes strategies for a variety of learners, hand-on activities, and web-based content.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$90.74
Record posted/updated:
August 29, 2019
R038760
Native Plants, Water and Us!
This booklet offers general information on aquatic ecosystems, their functions and the important roles that native plants play within them. This resource focuses on aquatic ecosystems and the associated native vegetation in an agricultural context. Included are a table of contents, a glossary, lists of resources and Saskatchewan contacts.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
Contact the NPSS for a free copy
Record posted/updated:
July 31, 2019
R043349
Grasslands
This video program explores the characteristics of a grassland biome. It illustrates the effect of climate on soil type, vegetation and wildlife. Abiotic and biotic factors are introduced and a straightforward demonstration clarifies their relationship. The program addresses agricultural practices that support or destroy grassland habitats. Plant adaptations and food chains are also discussed.
Teachers may wish to use other programs from the Biomes of the World in Action series. Program titles include Coniferous Forest, Deciduous Forests, Deserts, Freshwater Ecosystems, Marine Ecosystems, Rainforest Biomes and Tundra.
Teachers may wish to use other programs from the Biomes of the World in Action series. Program titles include Coniferous Forest, Deciduous Forests, Deserts, Freshwater Ecosystems, Marine Ecosystems, Rainforest Biomes and Tundra.
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CD/DVD
Price :
$119.99
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R003750
Focused Study. Sustaining Biodiversity and the Role of Native Plants. Grade 10
The students will study a local ecosystem to understand the amount of biodiversity that is in a local healthy functioning ecosystem. They will try to mimic the ecosystem by creating a small native plant garden in an area that is lacking biodiversity. This is a hands-on lesson in the active participation of sustaining biodiversity.
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Free
Record posted/updated:
January 2, 2019
R016927
Newfoundland and Labrador Science 10
This textbook consists of four units: Weather Dynamics, Chemical Reactions, Motion and Sustainability of Ecosystems. Each unit begins with preparatory questions and a launch of inquiry questions and ends with unit summary questions. There are investigation and project ideas throughout the resource. Many examples of concepts are specific to Newfoundland and Labrador and Canada.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$66.95
Record posted/updated:
March 4, 2022
R034725
Nelson Science 10
Nelson Science 10 was listed in the bibliography of resources to support Science 10 in 2005 and its components continue to be applicable for supporting the Science 10 (2014) curriculum.
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Nelson Science 10. Computerized Assessment Bank
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Nelson Science 10. Student Text
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Nelson Science 10. Teacher's Resource Package
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
October 14, 2019
R102105
Manitoba Science 10
This textbook consists of four units: Dynamics of Ecosystems, Chemistry in Action, In Motion and Weather Dynamics. Each unit begins with preparatory questions and a launch of inquiry questions and ends with unit summary questions. There are investigation and project ideas throughout the resource. Many examples of concepts are specific to Manitoba and Canada.
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Manitoba Science 10. Teacher's Resource
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Book
Price :
$93.95
Record posted/updated:
March 4, 2022
R102455
Ecosystem Image Information System
This searchable database from the Saskatchewan Conservation Data Centre contains over 1,500 images of biological diversity in Saskatchewan, including plants, birds, mammals, arthropods and insects.
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Website
Media and Formats :
Website
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
November 28, 2018
R103288
Process of Science. Teacher's Kit
This Perimeter Institute kit uses student activities to highlight the creative, inquisitive, communicative and collaborative aspects of the scientific process. Perimeter Institute kits are available free of charge; this kit includes a teacher's guide, 8 photo cards, a DVD with short videos that support the activities and a CD-ROM with editable versions of the students worksheets found in the guide.
Media and Formats :
Kit
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
November 25, 2018
R071658
Interdependence
Scientists in various fields of life science explain the flow of energy through an ecosystem. They discuss biotic and abiotic factors, as well as the roles of producers and consumers. The DVD encourages viewers to consider the impact of humans on ecosystems and on biogeochemical cycles such as the carbon cycle, the nitrogen cycle, the phosphorous cycle and the hydrological cycle.
Media and Formats :
CD/DVD
Price :
$149.00
Record posted/updated:
July 31, 2019
R071711
Saskatchewan's Native Prairie: Taking Stock of a Vanishing Ecosystem and Dwindling Resource
This booklet presents information on Saskatchewan's native prairie. It briefly examines the impact of settlement on the region and the importance of the prairie landscape to culture and heritage. Maps, charts and graphs, focusing on the southern half of the province, illustrate prairie ecoregions, vegetation cover and soil capability. Threats to the prairie landscape are identified, as well as conservation initiatives. Numerous sources of additional information are provided.
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Free
Record posted/updated:
July 31, 2019
R022716
Carbon Cycle and the Environment. Grade 10
This resource was developed to help Science 10 teachers incorporate carbon capture and storage (CCS) into their pre-existing course. The module provides lessons and activities for teachers to introduce CCS to their students.
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Document
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
April 26, 2019
R041220
Project WILD Activity Guide
The 2002 Project WILD Activity Guide features activities designed to develop awareness, knowledge, skills and the environment. Through many of the activities, students are engaged in informed decision making in which they consider the impact of their actions on the ecosystem. Each multigrade activity includes objectives, method, background information, materials and procedures, as well as extension and evaluation ideas. The activity guide contains seven sections: Awareness and Appreciation; Diversity of Wildlife Values; Ecological Principles, Management and Conservation; People, Culture and Wildlife; Trends, Issues, and Consequences; and Responsible Human Actions. Teachers are encouraged to select and adapt activities that align with curriculum outcomes and meet the needs of students.
Project WILD activity guides are free to teachers who attend a Project WILD workshop. These workshops provide an opportunity to experience the activities and to actively plan how to use them in the classroom. A modest registration fee will cover workshop materials and expenses.
Project WILD activity guides are free to teachers who attend a Project WILD workshop. These workshops provide an opportunity to experience the activities and to actively plan how to use them in the classroom. A modest registration fee will cover workshop materials and expenses.
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Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
Free to workshop participants
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R102522
Biodiversity in Crisis
This Canadian resource from the Issues 21 series examines topics in biodiversity from a variety of perspectives. The series uses an inquiry-based, interdisciplinary approach to encourage students to investigate issues that affect their lives. Each title in the series is available in packages of either 6 or 16 books, including a teacher's guide with suggestions to support students in the inquiry process, assessment ideas and interdisciplinary connections.
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Book
Kit
Price :
\$154.50 (6-pack)/\$340.00 (16-pack)
Record posted/updated:
January 4, 2019
R040816
Saskatchewan Native Wildlife Series
The posters in the Saskatchewan Native Wildlife Series feature illustrations of the diverse wildlife found in our province. Information about each animal, including physical features, food, habitat and babies, are provided on the poster as well as in accompanying notes for educators. Individual titles in the series include: Grouse, Partridge and Pheasants of Saskatchewan; Wild Cats and Dogs of Saskatchewan; Wild Hoofed Animals of Saskatchewan; Wild Rabbits and Hare, Big Rodents and Bear of Saskatchewan; and Wild Weasels of Saskatchewan.
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Other
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
December 9, 2018
R053834
Investigating Science 10. Student Edition
This textbook, developed to support the Ontario Science 10 curriculum, provides support for the Chemical Reactions and Climate Change outcomes, but does not provide support for the Saskatchewan Science 10 outcomes of Force and Motion in our World or Ecosystems. The resource is structured using big ideas and enduring understandings, and includes many STSE (Science-Technology-Society-Environment) connections and real-world examples. The resource includes easy-to-teach labs and activities. This textbook does not contain First Nations and Métis content and perspectives.
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Book
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$96.87
Record posted/updated:
August 28, 2019
R007143
CurioCity Educator Resources
This website offers a compilation of resources including articles, videos, projects and activities.
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Media and Formats :
Website
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
March 7, 2022
R010724
The Environment and You(3rd ed.)
This textbook presents environmental challenges and the role that science plays in problem solving and solutions that result in humans living more sustainably and making conscious efforts towards reducing the impact on Earth. Many visual supports such as pictures, graphs and diagrams are included.
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Book
Price :
$179.99 USD
Record posted/updated:
March 2, 2022
R003028
ArcGIS Online
ArcGIS Online enables you to connect people, locations, and data using interactive maps. It enables you to work with smart, data-driven styles and intuitive analysis tools that deliver location intelligence. It also enables the user to share insights with the world or specific groups. The website contains a tutorial, links to suggested subjects and projects, lesson plans and activities.
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Media and Formats :
Video
Website
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
February 1, 2022