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A Whale of a Problem: Evaluating the Effects of Tourism and Other Variables on the Killer Whale Population

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  • Jul 31 2010 10:25 PM

    Wendy Marsters

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In this lesson, from the New York Times Learning Network, students evaluate the possible causes contributing to the decline of the killer whale population from a number of differing perspectives. Students then present their findings in a talk show format and in letters of advocacy regarding the killer whale's inclusion in or exclusion from the endangered species list.

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    Topics and Grades

    Grade: 6 to 12

    Topics: Science, History-Social Science, Life Sciences, English-Language Arts, Geography, Reading Comprehension, Ecology & Ecosystems

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    • Teacher Materials


    Tool for: Teachers, Administrators, Parents

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    Grouping: Large Group Instruction

    Teaching Method: Discussions; Hands-on Learning; Cooperative Learning