Exploring ecosystems: creating a terrarium
Challenge reference: 10240
Active
Notional learning hours
10
Level
Level 2
Subject area
Preparing for Adulthood pathway
Vocational area
Skills
Learning aim
The learner will develop knowledge of ecosystems and practical skills by planning, constructing, and maintaining a terrarium that demonstrates ecological principles.
Learning context
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Learning outcomes
(What the learner needs to know, understand or be able to do)
The learner will:
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. Research and develop an understanding of ecosystems. -
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. Create a plan to make their own terrarium.
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Assessment criteria
(What the learner need to demonstrate in order to meet the learning outcome)
The learner can:
- Conduct independent research and investigate what ecosystems are
- Understand the different components (producers, consumers, decomposers), and how they interact
- Produce a poster showing what an ecosystem is
- Plan a suitable layout
- Choose suitable plants, soil, and decorative elements Create a design sketch
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Assessment methodology
Assessment methodology
Linked to learning outcome
Labelled product, video or photographic evidence
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