In this lesson, students act as bioacoustic researchers, rotating through five stations to listen to and analyze animal mating calls. Students then read supporting information regarding each animal to deduce the reproductive purpose of the vocalization. Activities in this lesson plan support NGSS standard MS-LS1-4. Purchase includes:
1. 60 minute 5E lesson plan
2. five animal vocalization station setups, including sound clips, associated reading article, and student worksheet
3. access to career exploration resources including virtual job shadow, simulation, and downloadable career information sheet (in both English and Spanish)
4. exit ticket assessment with answer key and rubric
Grades: 6-8 / Total Pages: 14 pages / available on Teachers Pay Teachers