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Ecology is the study of our natural house. This video explains why we study ecology, so watch this first.
We will explore several multi-day projects to understand how ecology works, starting today with mapping your own local ecosystems.
Map Local Ecosystem Area
Map Local Ecosystem Area
Tap on the document link Map Local Ecosystem Area to see what to do. The document links to a mapping program ARCGIS iNaturalist Explorer run by National Geographic. This uses nature photos and data from iNaturalist, a citizen scientist site. A citizen scientist is an everyday person that helps gather scientific data. You can analyze the data for your home area!
The live link below provides an alternative way to access the ARCGIS iNaturalist Explorer and zoom to your home.
Put in your zip code or your home address and the map will zoom to you.
Save the map for the capstone project at the end of the course!
Sample large-scale map on poster paper made by class student using the ARCGIS Naturalist Explorer printout seen at the top of the image.
This map will be used for the Capstone project at the end of the course.
From the desk of Hannah Robinson
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