Genetics & Climate Change: Adaptations in a Changing World - Project-Based Lesson Plan by https://padlet.com/iramilo1_1/sjlme2rk546mpxde A comprehensive project-based learning unit exploring the intersection of genetics, climate change, and social justice for grades 7-12 en-us 2025-02-19 15:52:43 UTC 2025-09-28 13:19:46 UTC hello@padlet.com Content Objectives iramilo1_1 https://padlet.com/iramilo1_1/sjlme2rk546mpxde/wish/3334524452 - Analyze how genetic variations enable species to adapt to environmental changes
- Evaluate the impact of climate change on genetic diversity and species survival
- Design solutions to help protect vulnerable species and ecosystems]]> 2025-02-19 15:52:44 UTC https://padlet.com/iramilo1_1/sjlme2rk546mpxde/wish/3334524452 SEL & Social Justice Objectives iramilo1_1 https://padlet.com/iramilo1_1/sjlme2rk546mpxde/wish/3334524454 - Develop empathy for communities most affected by climate change
- Understand environmental justice issues
- Collaborate effectively in diverse teams
- Practice responsible decision-making regarding environmental issues]]> 2025-02-19 15:52:44 UTC https://padlet.com/iramilo1_1/sjlme2rk546mpxde/wish/3334524454 NGSS Standards Alignment iramilo1_1 https://padlet.com/iramilo1_1/sjlme2rk546mpxde/wish/3334524455 HS-LS4-5: Evaluate evidence for the role of group behavior on individual and species' chances to survive and reproduce.]]> 2025-02-19 15:52:44 UTC https://padlet.com/iramilo1_1/sjlme2rk546mpxde/wish/3334524455 Activity 1: Climate Change & Genetic Diversity iramilo1_1 https://padlet.com/iramilo1_1/sjlme2rk546mpxde/wish/3334524473
Students will use Padlet to create a collaborative board documenting examples of species affected by climate change and their genetic adaptations.]]> 2025-02-19 15:52:45 UTC https://padlet.com/iramilo1_1/sjlme2rk546mpxde/wish/3334524473 Activity 2: Butterfly Effect Simulation iramilo1_1 https://padlet.com/iramilo1_1/sjlme2rk546mpxde/wish/3334524489 2025-02-19 15:52:46 UTC https://padlet.com/iramilo1_1/sjlme2rk546mpxde/wish/3334524489 Activity 3: Environmental Justice Case Study iramilo1_1 https://padlet.com/iramilo1_1/sjlme2rk546mpxde/wish/3334524490 2025-02-19 15:52:46 UTC https://padlet.com/iramilo1_1/sjlme2rk546mpxde/wish/3334524490 Activity 4: Genetic Engineering Debate iramilo1_1 https://padlet.com/iramilo1_1/sjlme2rk546mpxde/wish/3334524509 2025-02-19 15:52:47 UTC https://padlet.com/iramilo1_1/sjlme2rk546mpxde/wish/3334524509 Activity 5: Local Species Adaptation Project iramilo1_1 https://padlet.com/iramilo1_1/sjlme2rk546mpxde/wish/3334524510 2025-02-19 15:52:47 UTC https://padlet.com/iramilo1_1/sjlme2rk546mpxde/wish/3334524510 Extension Activity iramilo1_1 https://padlet.com/iramilo1_1/sjlme2rk546mpxde/wish/3334524511 2025-02-19 15:52:47 UTC https://padlet.com/iramilo1_1/sjlme2rk546mpxde/wish/3334524511 Remediation Support iramilo1_1 https://padlet.com/iramilo1_1/sjlme2rk546mpxde/wish/3334524540 2025-02-19 15:52:49 UTC https://padlet.com/iramilo1_1/sjlme2rk546mpxde/wish/3334524540 Formative Assessment iramilo1_1 https://padlet.com/iramilo1_1/sjlme2rk546mpxde/wish/3334524544 - Group discussion participation
- Project milestone checks
- Peer feedback sessions]]> 2025-02-19 15:52:49 UTC https://padlet.com/iramilo1_1/sjlme2rk546mpxde/wish/3334524544 Project Portfolio iramilo1_1 https://padlet.com/iramilo1_1/sjlme2rk546mpxde/wish/3334524546 2025-02-19 15:52:49 UTC https://padlet.com/iramilo1_1/sjlme2rk546mpxde/wish/3334524546 Summative Assessment iramilo1_1 https://padlet.com/iramilo1_1/sjlme2rk546mpxde/wish/3334524547 - Research findings
- Data analysis
- Proposed solutions
- Reflection on social justice implications]]> 2025-02-19 15:52:49 UTC https://padlet.com/iramilo1_1/sjlme2rk546mpxde/wish/3334524547 Class Discussion iramilo1_1 https://padlet.com/iramilo1_1/sjlme2rk546mpxde/wish/3334524550 2025-02-19 15:52:49 UTC https://padlet.com/iramilo1_1/sjlme2rk546mpxde/wish/3334524550 Individual Reflection iramilo1_1 https://padlet.com/iramilo1_1/sjlme2rk546mpxde/wish/3334524552 - How has this unit changed your view of climate change?
- What role can you play in addressing environmental justice?
- How can understanding genetics help us prepare for future challenges?]]> 2025-02-19 15:52:49 UTC https://padlet.com/iramilo1_1/sjlme2rk546mpxde/wish/3334524552 Research Extension iramilo1_1 https://padlet.com/iramilo1_1/sjlme2rk546mpxde/wish/3334524582 2025-02-19 15:52:51 UTC https://padlet.com/iramilo1_1/sjlme2rk546mpxde/wish/3334524582 Digital Story Creation iramilo1_1 https://padlet.com/iramilo1_1/sjlme2rk546mpxde/wish/3334524583 2025-02-19 15:52:51 UTC https://padlet.com/iramilo1_1/sjlme2rk546mpxde/wish/3334524583 Interactive Quiz iramilo1_1 https://padlet.com/iramilo1_1/sjlme2rk546mpxde/wish/3334524612 2025-02-19 15:52:53 UTC https://padlet.com/iramilo1_1/sjlme2rk546mpxde/wish/3334524612