Activity Overview
In this activity, students will develop a method to graph a predator-prey population model. They will analyze the data and gain an understanding of populations dynamics.
Before the Activity
See the attached PDF file for detailed instructions for this activity
Print pages 129 - 133 from the attached PDF file for your class
During the Activity
Distribute the pages to your class.
Follow the Activity procedures:
Graph the population of the lynx and the hare over time
Examine the variation in population size
Understand what factors affect animal populations
After the Activity
Students will complete Student Data Collection and Analysis Sheet.
Review student results
As a class, discuss questions that appeared to be more challenging
Re-teach concepts as necessary