Organism X: Ecology 2015 Formative Assessment Organism Common Name: Organism Scientific Name: Ecosystem: (general description) Biotic Factors Abiotic Factors Physical Description: (size, shape, color(s), unique structure(s): Rough 10 minute sketch: (labeled, colored, & neat) Written description of habitat: (no plagiarism) Name____________________________________ Role/POGIL Biomes___________________ Per______ TASK: RESEARCH AND REPORT ON AN ORGANISM THAT LIVES IN OUR BIOME Many organisms inhabit the Puget Lowland Forest Biome. Research the Interactions and Interdependence of one (1) organism that lives in this Biome. Investigate and report, in detail, a description of this organism, its habitat, its physical appearance and its special characteristics. What will I study? Your role in the POGIL: Biomes of North America determines which organism you will study. If you were the manager----study the MULE DEER (Also known as the BLACK-TAILED DEER) If you were the reader---study the DUNGENESS CRAB If you were the spokesperson—study the AMERICAN CROW If you were the quality controller---study the PACIFIC TREE FROG HIGHLIGHT OR CIRCLE YOUR STUDY ORGANISM NOW! How will I submit my work? Using the template (on the reverse side) complete a physical description, identify the biotic and abiotic factors this organism interacts and interdepends with, and write a summary ‘story’ of the ecosystem habitat this organism lives in. NO PLAGRISM, PLEASE! Re-write your researched information in your own words. When is my research work DUE? Turn in your completed research template on Monday, October 5, 2015 at the BEGINNING of the period!! Suggested places to get your information. Use the internet. On your web browser, search EOL which stands for the Encyclopedia of Life to get the information previewed in class. Use your own, or the Public Library for a variety of references Ecologists, come prepared to share your research tomorrow! Name: Period: Exceeding All four sections are complete. Each section has been completed accurately and shows extra workmanship The habitat description includes quantitative descriptions, such as amount of rainfall received each year reported (in inches). More than 4 biotic and 4 abiotic components unique to the habitat are included. Meeting Approaching All four sections are complete. 2 or 3 sections are complete. The habitat description paints a picture of the organism’s surroundings. 3-4 biotic and 3-4 abiotic components unique to the habitat are included. The habitat description is vague and needs to include more precice language. 2 biotic and 2 abiotic components have be included, but may not be unique to the habitat Name: Beginning 1-2 sections are complete. The habitat description is generic and could be used in a variety of habitats and/or biomes (not specific to the PLFB) 1-2 biotic and 1-2 abiotic components have be included, but may not be unique to the habitat Period: Exceeding All four sections are complete. Each section has been completed accurately and shows extra workmanship The habitat description includes quantitative descriptions, such as amount of rainfall received each year reported (in inches). More than 4 biotic and 4 abiotic components unique to the habitat are included. Meeting Approaching All four sections are complete. 2 or 3 sections are complete. The habitat description paints a picture of the organism’s surroundings. 3-4 biotic and 3-4 abiotic components unique to the habitat are included. The habitat description is vague and needs to include more precice language. 2 biotic and 2 abiotic components have be included, but may not be unique to the habitat Beginning 1-2 sections are complete. The habitat description is generic and could be used in a variety of habitats and/or biomes (not specific to the PLFB) 1-2 biotic and 1-2 abiotic components have be included, but may not be unique to the habitat