Describe in detail what you need | Please create a choice board for the wolves in Yellowstone National Park to use for homework assignments with a reading list and and vocabulary words. I would like to also create a rubric for grading and tools to do a gallery walk for peer review of the work. |
How many pages | 1 |
This choice board is designed to engage students in learning about the wolves in Yellowstone National Park through a variety of assignments. It includes a reading list, vocabulary words, a grading rubric, and guidelines for a gallery walk for peer review.
"Wolves: Behavior, Ecology, and Conservation" by L. David Mech
Read a chapter focusing on wolf behavior in Yellowstone. Write a summary (200 words) of key points.
"The Return of the Wolf" by Jim Dutcher
Explore the history of wolves in Yellowstone and their impact on the ecosystem. Create a timeline of events related to wolf restoration in the park.
"Yellowstone Wolves: The First 20 Years" by John W. McNaughton
Review the first two decades of wolf reintroduction in Yellowstone. Prepare a presentation (5-7 slides) summarizing significant findings.
Artistic Representation
Create a poster that illustrates the food web in Yellowstone, highlighting the role of wolves. Include images and descriptions.
Short Story or Poem
Write a fictional story or poem from the perspective of a wolf living in Yellowstone. Focus on their experiences and challenges.
Presentation
Prepare an oral presentation on how wolf reintroduction has affected other species in Yellowstone. Use visuals to enhance your presentation.
Essay
Write a 500-word essay discussing the ecological impacts of wolves in Yellowstone. Include data and specific examples.
Debate Preparation
Research arguments for and against wolf management in Yellowstone. Prepare points for a classroom debate.
Interview
Conduct an interview with a local wildlife expert or park ranger about wolves in Yellowstone. Summarize your findings in a report.
Criteria | Excellent (4 pts) | Good (3 pts) | Satisfactory (2 pts) | Needs Improvement (1 pt) |
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Content Accuracy | Thorough understanding and accuracy of information. | Mostly accurate with minor errors. | Some errors, missing key information. | Lacks understanding, many inaccuracies. |
Creativity | Highly original and innovative in presentation. | Creative with some original ideas. | Some creativity evident. | Lacks creativity or originality. |
Presentation Skills | Engaging, confident, and clear delivery. | Good delivery, mostly clear. | Adequate delivery; some clarity issues. | Poor presentation; difficult to understand. |
Grammar/Spelling | No errors; polished work. | Few minor errors. | Several errors; needs revision. | Numerous errors; difficult to read. |
This choice board provides a structured yet flexible approach to learning about the wolves in Yellowstone National Park, while promoting engagement, creativity, and peer collaboration.