- Description
- Students examine a range of Canadian and global wildlife issues and present the results of research on one or more issues concerning wildlife in Canada.
- Prerequisite
- None
- Parameters
- Access to relevant government and community resources.
Outcomes The student will:
1 compare and contrast current Canadian and global wildlife issues and trends
1.1 identify a range of Canadian wildlife issues and compare with similar issues in other parts of the world, including but not limited to:
1.1.1 loss and degradation of habitat
1.1.2 subsistence and commercial trade
1.1.3 wildlife management including preservation, conservation and re-establishment of species and habitats
1.2 infer the impact of each of the issues on wildlife, humans and the environment
1.3 explain different philosophies, ethics and alternatives in regards to each of the issues
2 research and defend a position associated with one or more current issues concerning wildlife in Alberta or Canada
2.1 research a significant wildlife issue in Canada; e.g., identify key elements and stakeholders, distinguish among facts, opinions and beliefs, consider implications and consequences
2.2 describe different alternatives and consequences with respect to the issue and potential strategies for resolving the issue
2.3 explain a position with respect to the issue based on the evidence gathered
2.4 compare the wildlife issue with similar issues in other parts of the world
2.5 compare the goals and achievements of wildlife conservation groups with respect to the issue
3 demonstrate basic competencies
3.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
3.1.1 communicate
3.1.2 manage information
3.1.3 use numbers
3.1.4 think and solve problems
3.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
3.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
3.2.2 be responsible
3.2.3 be adaptable
3.2.4 learn continuously
3.2.5 work safely
3.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
3.3.1 work with others
3.3.2 participate in projects and tasks
4 identify possible life roles related to the skills and content of this cluster
4.1 recognize and then analyze the opportunities and barriers in the immediate environment
4.2 identify potential resources to minimize barriers and maximize opportunities
Program of Studies 2010. Source document, © Alberta Education.