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Research Lecture
Preparing for field work & labs
In this guide we are covering the basic knowledge required for safe and effective research.
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Research Lecture Guide Contents
The material from this guide and corresponding lecture is assessed on the weekly quiz.
Research Lecture Objectives
Safety
List and personalize essential laboratory and field safety procedures; distinguish between laboratory and field work; and list essential considerations in planning field work.
Field Work
Build a field kit tailored for interactions with animals in both laboratory and field settings; describe climate characteristics of various habitats; and match climate characteristics to corresponding animal species adaptations.
Stewardship
Define stewardship including how it can relate safety considerations; explain how stewardship relates to responsible animal care and handling; and describe and provide examples of various ways humans interact with other animal species.
Artificial Selection
Compare artificial selection to natural selection including what they have in common and how they differ; list multiple examples of artificial selection in animal species; and provide possible explanations of how dogs descended from wolves, including the role and potential problems associated with artificial selection.