3.1.2 The living world 3.1.2.1 Ecosystems Key idea Specification Suggested Case Learning content timing studies/examples activity and (hours) resources Ecosystems exist at a range One example 3 Any small-scale 1st and 2nd of scales and involve the of a ecosystem hours – interaction between biotic UK hedgerow, Teacher led and abiotic components. ecosystem, to woodland, sand initially, with illustrate the dune, pond etc. information or concept of short task re relationships components. within a Change then natural modelled with system, an scenarios/cards understanding to prompt. of producers, Could be done consumers, as a living decomposers, concept map. food chain, Tables covered food web and with paper to nutrient cycle. allow student
3.1.2 The living world 3.1.2.1 Ecosystems Key idea Specification content Suggested timing (hours) Case studies/examples Learning activity and resources Ecosystems exist at a range of scales and involve the interaction between biotic and abiotic components. One example of a UK ecosystem, to illustrate the concept of within a natural system, an understanding of producers, consumers, decomposers, food chain, food web and nutrient cycle. 3 Any small-scale ecosystem – hedgerow, woodland, sand dune, pond etc. 1st and 2nd hours Teacher led initially, with information or short task re components. Change then modelled with scenarios/cards to prompt. Could be done as a living concept map. Tables covered with paper to allow student relationships
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