Plan
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Day 1
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Day 2
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Day 3
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Day 4
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Day 5
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| Activities |
Garden Guardians Workshop Launch - Visit a local botanical garden to plant pollinator-friendly plants and learn about plant-pollinator relationships from horticulturists. (90 min)
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Introduction to Pollinators - Discuss different types of pollinators and their roles in ecosystems. Create a class chart of different pollinators. (30 min)
Pollinator Adventure Day - Visit a local beekeeping association to observe bees and learn from beekeepers about their role in pollination. (60 min)
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Exploring Plant Life Cycles - Use diagrams to understand the life cycle of plants and their dependency on pollinators. (40 min)
Flower Model Creation - Begin constructing interactive flower models to demonstrate the pollination process. (50 min)
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AI Tools Introduction - Participate in a virtual session with university experts to learn about AI tools used to track pollinator populations. (45 min)
Data Collection Practice - Use simple AI tools to collect and analyze sample data on local pollinators. (45 min)
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Reflection Journal Setup - Start a reflection journal to document observations from the week's activities, focusing on connections between experiences and essential questions. (30 min)
Community Partners Connection - Plan upcoming interactions with community partners, discussing roles and expectations. (60 min)
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| Deliverables |
1. Reflection journals with entries documenting observations and essential questions
2. Initial designs for pollinator-friendly gardens 3. A list of potential pollinator species and their habitat requirements |
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| Preparation |
1. Arrange transportation and permissions for the botanical garden visit
2. Coordinate with the botanical garden and horticulturists for the workshop 3. Prepare materials for brainstorming sessions, including chart paper and markers 4. Set up a virtual meeting with the university's agriculture department 5. Prepare reflection journals for students to document their learning |
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| Week 2 |
Day 6
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Day 7
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Day 8
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Day 9
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Day 10
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Pollinator Role Play - Students act out different pollinators and the plants they pollinate, highlighting interdependent relationships. (30 min)
Interactive Flower Model Completion - Continue constructing and refining interactive flower models to demonstrate the pollination process, incorporating feedback from peers. (60 min)
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Introduction to Seed Dispersal - Explore how animals, including pollinators, help in seed dispersal. Create simple diagrams to illustrate the process. (30 min)
Seed Dispersal Experiment - Conduct a hands-on experiment to observe how different seeds are dispersed by wind, water, and animals. Record observations in journals. (60 min)
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AI Tools in Action - Use AI tools to track local pollinator activity data collected from the previous week, analyzing patterns and drawing conclusions. (45 min)
Create a Digital Presentation - Begin crafting a digital presentation using AI tools to share findings on pollinator activity and propose conservation solutions. (45 min)
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Pollinator Threats Discussion - Discuss various threats to pollinators, such as habitat loss and pesticides. Brainstorm solutions to mitigate these threats. (30 min)
Design Pollinator-Friendly Gardens - In groups, design a layout for a small-scale pollinator garden, selecting appropriate plants and planning their arrangement. (60 min)
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Reflection and Journaling - Reflect on the week's activities, focusing on understanding gained about pollinators and their challenges. Document thoughts in journals. (30 min)
Community Partner Collaboration - Meet with a local wildlife conservationist to discuss pollinator habitat creation and finalize designs for school pollinator gardens. (60 min)
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| Deliverables |
1. Documented observations and reflections from the beekeeping association visit.
2. Completed planting of pollinator-friendly flowers at the community school garden. 3. Initial designs and plans for small pollinator gardens, including plant selections and layout. 4. Draft sketches and ideas for educational murals illustrating pollinator life cycles. 5. Data analysis and insights gathered from using AI tools to track pollinator populations. |
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| Preparation |
1. Arrange transportation and permissions for the field trip to the local beekeeping association.
2. Gather planting materials, including seeds, soil, and gardening tools, for the community garden activity. 3. Prepare templates and art supplies for designing pollinator gardens and educational murals. 4. Set up technology and access to AI tools for tracking pollinator populations during the virtual session. 5. Coordinate with community partners to ensure availability and readiness for their respective sessions. |
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| Week 3 |
Day 11
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Day 12
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Day 13
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Day 14
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Day 15
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Pollinator Garden Design Brainstorm - Collaborate in groups to brainstorm ideas for a school pollinator garden, focusing on plant selection and layout to attract various pollinators. (45 min)
Reflection Journal Entry - Document thoughts and learnings from the brainstorming session, connecting them to the essential question of pollinator importance. (15 min)
Garden Plan Drafting - Begin drafting individual garden plans, incorporating group ideas and feedback. (30 min)
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Expert Feedback Session - Present garden plans to a horticulturist for feedback and suggestions on improving pollinator-friendly designs. (45 min)
Design Improvement Day - Utilize feedback to revise garden plans, focusing on creative solutions and practical enhancements. (45 min)
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AI Tools Deep Dive - Explore advanced features of AI tools to analyze pollinator data, and discuss how this informs garden design decisions. (45 min)
Data-Driven Decisions - Use AI analysis to make informed decisions on plant selection for the garden, ensuring the support of diverse pollinator species. (45 min)
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Pollinator Threats Workshop - Learn about threats to pollinators through interactive activities, and discuss conservation strategies to mitigate these threats. (60 min)
Conservation Strategy Development - Develop a strategy to incorporate pollinator conservation measures into the garden plan. (30 min)
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Reflection and Revision - Reflect on the week's activities in journals, focusing on how new knowledge has influenced garden designs. (30 min)
Finalizing Garden Plans - Make final revisions to garden plans, preparing them for presentation and implementation. (60 min)
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| Deliverables |
1. Digital project using AI tools to track and analyze pollinator populations with proposed solutions.
2. Drafted designs for educational murals illustrating pollinator life cycles and plant relationships. 3. Small-scale pollinator garden plan with selected plants that attract various pollinators. 4. Feedback and suggestions from community partners documented in reflection journals. 5. Revised pollinator garden plans and mural designs based on peer and expert feedback. |
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| Preparation |
1. Coordinate the virtual session with the university's agriculture department and prepare AI tools for students' use.
2. Gather art supplies and large paper or canvas for mural designs. Arrange spaces around the school where murals can be displayed. 3. Prepare materials for the garden workshop, including soil, seeds, and small garden tools. Contact the wildlife conservationist to finalize workshop details. 4. Set up an area for the feedback session with necessary presentation tools and materials for note-taking. 5. Organize a space for 'Design Improvement Day' with tables for group work and materials for making revisions to plans and drafts. |
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| Week 4 |
Day 16
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Day 17
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Day 18
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Day 19
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Day 20
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Final Design Review and Feedback - Present finalized pollinator garden plans to community partners for last-minute feedback and suggestions. (45 min)
Pollinator Garden Construction - Begin constructing the small-scale pollinator garden at school, with guidance from community partners and teachers. (45 min)
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Continue Garden Construction - Work in teams to complete the construction and planting of the pollinator garden. Ensure all selected plants are correctly placed to attract diverse pollinators. (60 min)
Reflection Journal Entry - Document the construction experience and reflect on the process of creating a pollinator-friendly space. (30 min)
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Pollinator Parade Preparation - Organize and rehearse for the Pollinator Parade, ensuring each student knows their role in presenting their projects and garden designs. (45 min)
Interactive Model Setup - Set up interactive flower models and murals around the school for the exhibition, ensuring they are ready for visitors. (45 min)
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Pollinator Parade Exhibition - Host the Pollinator Parade, where students present their projects, garden designs, and interactive models to family members and community partners. (60 min)
Reflection and Feedback Session - Facilitate a reflection session where students share their experiences and learnings from the project, receiving feedback from peers and visitors. (30 min)
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Digital Presentation Completion - Finalize the digital presentation using AI tools, ensuring all data and findings on pollinator populations are accurately represented. (45 min)
Project Celebration and Reflection - Celebrate the completion of the project with a class discussion on what was learned, the challenges overcome, and the impact on the community. Document final reflections in journals. (45 min)
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| Deliverables |
1. Completed pollinator garden at the school
2. Digital presentation on pollinator population tracking and solutions 3. Illustrated cookbook with pollination-related recipes 4. Educational murals displayed around the school 5. Successful 'Pollinator Parade' exhibition |
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| Preparation |
1. Gather materials for garden construction (soil, plants, labels, tools)
2. Ensure technology access for digital presentations 3. Collect materials for cookbook compilation (paper, art supplies) 4. Prepare space for mural installation 5. Coordinate logistics for 'Pollinator Parade' (invites, space, schedule) |
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