National Geographic is a supporter of Emiliano's research and one of his videos is on their site!
Explore how ecologists conduct research in the field!
Virtual Research in the Classroom modules provide opportunities for students to experience real scientific research without the direct presence of a Science Posse fellow.
The associated web pages contain everything necessary to create a virtual field research experience for students to help them develop an understanding of the type of research a scientist. The researcher provides information about the area and the subjects being studied. The researcher shares his or her research questions with the students, encouraging them to make hypotheses about the answers to those questions. Using the researcher’s actual data students determine if their hypotheses are supported or refuted. When feasible, a link is provided so the students can ask the researcher follow up questions.
Students can use the researcher's methods as a model for their own scientific studies. The students experience a real-world example of how science is used and research conducted.
Background Information: What Is Ecology?
Module 1:
This module is most appropriate for middle school students.
*learn about San Guillermo National Park and it's inhabitants.*investigate three research questions using videos and data from Emiliano's own research.
AVAILABLE NOW!!!!
Wild Life Ecology in San Guillermo National Park, Argentina: the iBook for your iPad.
Go to download page.
Coming Attractions:
Spring 2013:A new module by Mikey Tabak on his research in the Fauklin Islands, Argentina.
