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Ecosystems and Ecosystem Services Discussion
Discussion: Ecosystems and Ecosystem Services
FOCUS ON ECOSYSTEMS: CHALLENGES AND SOLUTIONS
Ecosystems and Ecosystem Services Discussion
There is dizzying array of life on our planet. From single celled creatures like yeast, plankton, and amoeba to giant sequoias, coral reefs, and whales. A wonderful variety of life forms share the planet. Have you ever wondered about your relationship with these creatures? How are we connected? How do the actions of other life forms affect us and how do our actions affect them?
Ecosystems and Ecosystem Services Discussion
Ecologists have devised a way to help make sense of the vast diversity of relationships between the many life forms that live on Earth. An ecosystem refers to the network of relationships that embody the interplay between the variety of living forms that inhabit a given area, the physical substrate of that area, and the region’s climate. For example, forest ecosystems exist in a range of climates and include tropical rain forests, temperate forests which provide a home to broad leaf deciduous trees, and boreal forests which harbor many evergreen trees. Forests and other ecosystems such as deserts, grasslands, wetlands, and aquatic ecosystems not only provide habitat for the life forms that evolved to live within them, but also provide a number of other ecological services, many of which are critical to human life.
Ecosystems and Ecosystem Services Discussion
Human activity has disrupted and impacted ecosystems around the world. Unfortunately our disruption of ecosystems has had negative consequences for the wellbeing of humans as well as other life forms. As you learn more about human impacts, think about these words from environmentalist and renowned author Rachel Carson: “The human race is challenged more than ever before to demonstrate our mastery, not over nature but of ourselves.”
In this discussion you will describe an ecosystem of your choice, explain the services it provides, how human activity has impacted the ecosystem, and reflect on what we might do to better manage our impact.
TO PREPARE FOR THIS DISCUSSION
With these thoughts in mind, complete the following
Primary Research-based Post (35 points):
BY DAY 4
Ecosystems and Ecosystem Services Discussion
Post: four or more paragraphs in which you:
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Introduction
45-41 points The background and significance of the problem and a clear statement of the research purpose is provided. The search history is mentioned. |
Literature Support 91-84 points The background and significance of the problem and a clear statement of the research purpose is provided. The search history is mentioned. |
Methodology 58-53 points Content is well-organized with headings for each slide and bulleted lists to group related material as needed. Use of font, color, graphics, effects, etc. to enhance readability and presentation content is excellent. Length requirements of 10 slides/pages or less is met. |
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Average Score 50-85% |
40-38 points More depth/detail for the background and significance is needed, or the research detail is not clear. No search history information is provided. |
83-76 points Review of relevant theoretical literature is evident, but there is little integration of studies into concepts related to problem. Review is partially focused and organized. Supporting and opposing research are included. Summary of information presented is included. Conclusion may not contain a biblical integration. |
52-49 points Content is somewhat organized, but no structure is apparent. The use of font, color, graphics, effects, etc. is occasionally detracting to the presentation content. Length requirements may not be met. |
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Poor Quality 0-45% |
37-1 points The background and/or significance are missing. No search history information is provided. |
75-1 points Review of relevant theoretical literature is evident, but there is no integration of studies into concepts related to problem. Review is partially focused and organized. Supporting and opposing research are not included in the summary of information presented. Conclusion does not contain a biblical integration. |
48-1 points There is no clear or logical organizational structure. No logical sequence is apparent. The use of font, color, graphics, effects etc. is often detracting to the presentation content. Length requirements may not be met |
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Ecosystems and Ecosystem Services Discussion