Original PromptCreate a five-day lesson plan for a 9th grade Biology class. Use the gradual release model, include Do Now and Exit Tickets for each day.
This learning resource focuses on exploring ecosystems and conservation through the lens of the Serengeti National Park. It introduces key ecological concepts including carrying capacity, stability, and human impact. Over five days, students engage in activities that involve analyzing population data, exploring biotic and abiotic factors, understanding group behavior in wildlife, and discussing the 30 by 30 conservation initiative. The culminating project requires students to design and defend a comprehensive ecosystem restoration plan, using evidence and scientific reasoning to support their proposals.