Concept mapping

Focus

This activity provides opportunities for students to develop a concept map to illustrate their understanding of the applications of science to the sustainable management of natural resources.

Science

Science and Society

6.2 Students use scientific concepts to evaluate the costs and benefits of applications of science (including agricultural and industrial practices).

Earth and Beyond

6.3 Students argue a position regarding stewardship of the earth and beyond, and consider the implications of using renewable and non-renewable resources.

Life and Living

6.3 Students prepare scenarios to describe the potential long-term effects of changes in biodiversity caused by human action on ecosystems.

Materials

Any of the materials used in other activities in this module

Teaching considerations

The initial concept map could begin to be mapped out during introductory activities, developed and modified during developmental activities, and evaluated by the students during culminating activities.

Working scientifically

Collecting information
Analysing
Making links
Synthesising
Reflecting and considering
Summarising and reporting

Gathering information about student learning

Sources of information could include:

students’ concept maps

Last reviewed 3 September 2010
Last updated 16 June 2008