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Here we go!
Mark and I are really excited BI 101 is underway. Like you may be, we have been overwhelmed by all that is going on in the world, and the start of fall term is a bit of normalcy. In addition to campus classes, we will be sharing locations and organisms from around Oregon. Here we go!
Lesley
Behind-the-Scenes
Final Project: Portfolio Idea
Select an outcome from the course outcomes list and take photos around that theme. These photos are all of tide pool organisms that are Precarious, almost too exposed to sunlight and foot traffic to survive until the tide returns. This could fit under different concept outcomes, including prediction (science concepts), homeostasis/balance (general biology concepts) or human impacts (environmental biology concepts). To make your final Field Guide work substantial, include labels or a short narrative about your thoughts so you can reflect back on your work in the future.
Providing additional bee habitat may positively impact populations. As research unfolds, some regional beekeepers and hobbyists are recommending trying to augment available habitat now, before the declines worsen. Bird houses have worked in recovery of some bird species, the hope is that it may work in some form with bees. In the Willamette Valley, winter rains flood the ground, and overwintering bees, like the native bumbles are more likely to survive in above-ground structure. This video demonstrates that low-cost construction can extend habitat choices for bees.
With improved communication and the data collection ability of a smartphone, many people are assisting with citizen science projects. This typically involves data collection and sometimes data processing as part of a large project managed by a science team. There will be citizen science opportunities mentioned in different parts of this course.
Another possibility is pursuing training and certification as a contemporary naturalist. There is currently increased interest in bringing together people with different perspectives representing diverse fields of study to take a broader view of some of the environmental issues we face. The topics in this course can be a stepping stone to naturalist adventures.
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Recommended Books (bee edition)
There are many quality beekeeping books, supplement with support from a local club.
This entire series is packed with engaging illustrations and interesting information for different aged readers.
It is hard to go wrong with a DK book, and this one is packed with illustrations.
Build a Library
Whether its digital or print, collect resources that assist in exploring, describing, and explaining the natural world.
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