Stage 6 Biology Teaching Resources
Secondary teacher resource focusing on Biological Ecosystems content and outcomes for Year 11.
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What is the learning intention?
Students analyse ecosystem dynamics and the interrelationships of organisms within the ecosystem [BIO 11-11]
- Define the terms abiotic factor and biotic factor
- Explain the impacts of abiotic and biotic factors on an ecosystem
- Explain ecological niches occupied by species
- Describe the different relationships between species within an ecosystem including: predation, competition, symbiosis
What will you find in these units?
- Teacher Guide
- Background Research Task
- Planning Investigation
- Field Documents
- Digital Field Study
- Lab Report
- Marking Criteria
- Resources
Key beach safety messages
- Find the red and yellow flags and swim between them
- Look for, and read the safety signs
- Ask a lifesaver or lifeguard for safety advice
- Go swimming with an adult
- Signal for help if you get into trouble in the wate
What you will find in this resource:
Unit Outline
Teacher Guide
Research Task
Planning the investigation
Field Documents
Digital Field Study
Lab Report
Marking Criteria
This course provides students with the opportunity to learn about variations in the structures and functions of organisms and provides an understanding of the effects of the environment on living things. Students investigate reproduction, inheritance patterns and the causes of genetic variation. Applications of this knowledge in biotechnology and genetic technologies are explored.
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