11th Grade Species Range Shifts Resources

Investigate the intriguing geological phenomena of the Mediterranean Salinity Crisis by analyzing its causes, effects, and subsequent developments. Gain insights into the significant environmental transformations during this period and explore how species adapted to these changes. Enhance understanding of historical climate and geographical shifts, focusing on the interplay of natural forces shaping our planet's history.

Learn about the significant impacts of climate change on water resources, agriculture, and oceanic environments, with a focus on human influences. Understand the redistribution of rainfall, shifts in agricultural zones, and the effects of ocean acidification on marine ecosystems and human food supplies. Develop a comprehensive understanding of these changes and their implications for the environment and society.

Explore the effects of rising ocean temperatures on marine species migration patterns and their broader implications. Understand the impact on fish and mussel populations, gaining insights into how these changes affect global ecosystems and international fisheries.

Investigate how ancient marine fossils unlock understanding of Earth's historical climates and environments. Analyze the interactions between marine organisms and their past conditions to develop skills in scientific data interpretation and geological change inference.

Understand the complexities of climate change, examine contributing factors such as greenhouse gases, and distinguish between climate change and ozone depletion. Gain insights into environmental science, focusing on the role of carbon dioxide, fossil fuels, and the impact of human activities on the planet.

Explore fundamental biodiversity concepts, including keystone species, natural selection, and ecological succession. Gain insights into biodiversity's significance, understand human impacts on ecosystems, and appreciate the importance of conservation efforts.

Explore key algebraic concepts with a focus on determining domain and range and transforming functions. Develop skills in analyzing and interpreting functions to effectively solve algebraic problems.

Explore the diverse characteristics and adaptations of major terrestrial biomes, such as tundra, grassland, desert, and forests. Gain insights into how climate influences biome distribution, species adaptation, and ecological roles, deepening the understanding of Earth's biodiversity and ecosystem balance.

Investigate the importance of fossils in deciphering Earth's extensive history, encompassing 'Deep Time' and significant climatic changes. Analyzing the role of microscopic fossils provides an understanding of Earth's interconnected systems and illustrates the influence of human actions on the planet's future. Learning outcomes include developing skills in interpreting geological records and comprehending complex environmental interactions over time.

Explore the foundational concepts of biological evolution, examining mechanisms such as gene flow, natural selection, and genetic drift, supported by evidence from fossil records and biogeography. Gain a clear understanding of evolution as an ongoing process in populations, and how evidence from various sources reinforces evolutionary theory.

Explore the role of proximity-based urban farming in sustaining New York City, examine innovations in robotic learning inspired by human behavior, and investigate how games can enhance critical thinking abilities. Gain insights into sustainable food systems, develop understanding of robotic algorithms, and learn methodologies associated with game-based learning, focusing on achieving relevant skills and outcomes.

Explore key themes of culture and diversity, with an emphasis on the relationship between mammals and the role of technology in shaping society. Gain insights into visualization techniques and examine musical influences. Understand the significance of change and adaptation in a global context.

Explore the core concepts of evolutionary biology, emphasizing key principles introduced by Charles Darwin. Enhance understanding of genetic variations, natural selection, and species adaptation, equipping learners with the skills to analyze evolutionary processes and predict biological changes over time.

Explore conservation biology with a focus on strategies and habitat restoration within environmental science. Gain an understanding of key ecological principles and develop skills necessary for assessing conservation plans and evaluating their societal impacts.

Explore the complexities of biodiversity and assess the impact of human activities on ecosystems in the context of global environmental change. Gain an understanding of essential concepts including climate change, invasive species, and carbon sequestration, enhancing the capacity to critically evaluate the effects of human actions on both ecological and atmospheric systems.

Explore various aspects of global climate change, including the greenhouse effect, atmospheric carbon, and the impacts of global warming. Understand how human activities influence climate, identify key greenhouse gases, and learn about the consequences of rising global temperatures.

Analyze the impacts of global warming on ecosystems by examining feedback loops, contrail effects, methane emissions, and El Niño events. Gain a comprehensive understanding of how climate changes alter ecosystems and the contribution of these natural phenomena in intensifying these transformations.

Explore the mechanisms of global warming, including the greenhouse effect, and their wide-ranging impacts on the environment and human society. Gain insight into feedback loops, policy implications, and mitigation strategies. Enhance understanding of climate action and resilience, focusing on effective responses to climate challenges.

Explore the essential concepts of global climate change, focusing on its effects on weather patterns, greenhouse gas emissions, and the environment. Gain the ability to discuss human activities' impact on the climate and identify effective strategies to reduce environmental harm.

Examine the environmental impacts of climate change, with a focus on effects such as droughts, nutrient upwelling, and wildlife habitat alterations. Gain insights into the ecological adaptations of species including penguins and walruses, enhancing understanding of climate-related challenges and conservation efforts.