Unit plan: Making a case for possum biocontrol
| Year | Range | Curriculum | Strand |
|---|---|---|---|
7-8 |
Upper Primary |
Science |
Nature of Technology |
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Overview
Students collect information from the public about methods of controlling possum numbers and then present a report on the use of biocontrol.
Purpose
To demonstrate the complexity of the possum control problem. To show that biotechnological solutions involve input from a wide range of sources and that a successful outcome cannot be implemented without extensive consultation with the public.
Keywords
Biocontrol, possum damage, ecological niche.
