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Pallant, Amy; Lee, Hee-Sun; Pryputniewicz, Sara – Science Teacher, 2012
Systems thinking suggests that one can best understand a complex system by studying the interrelationships of its component parts rather than looking at the individual parts in isolation. With ongoing concern about the effects of climate change, using innovative materials to help students understand how Earth's systems connect with each other is…
Descriptors: Climate, Teaching Methods, Computer Simulation, Electronic Learning
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Birkeland, Karl W.; Halfpenny, James C. – Science Teacher, 1987
Discusses some of the ecological variables involved with plant and animal survival during the winter months. Addresses the effects of changing climatic conditions on habitats, foot-loading indexes, and the overall concept of adaptation. Provides some simple teaching activities dealing with winter survival. (TW)
Descriptors: Biology, Climate, Ecological Factors, Ecology