Solar Energy & the Biosphere (1) – Trophic Levels

Immerse your students in a dynamic learning experience with this comprehensive slide set offered by Science BC! Bursting with vibrant visuals and user-friendly design, these slides provide all the necessary resources for teaching this topic.

 

Topics:

• Trophic levels
• Autotrophs: photoautotrophs and chemoautotrophs
• Heterotrophs: primary consumers, secondary consumers, tertiary consumers, apex predators, decomposers
• Pyramid of numbers
• Food chains and food webs

 

Learning Objectives:

• Distinguish between autotrophs and heterotrophs.
• Describe the different trophic levels including producers, and primary, secondary, and tertiary consumers.
• Outline groups of organisms within each trophic level
• Recognize how trophic levels are represented in food chains and food webs
• Analyze pyramids of numbers in relation to trophic levels

 

Key Features:

• Eye-catching cover page to captivate students’ attention right from the start.
• Clearly outlined learning objectives to guide student progress and understanding.
• Detailed notes section for recording essential information and facilitating student engagement.
• Minimum of 4 interactive activity links with QR codes, offering a range of options such as videos, virtual labs, online games, interactive websites, online tutorials, and catchy songs.
• Concise summary to reinforce key concepts and facilitate comprehension.

 

This versatile resource is perfect for both classroom instruction and home learning!

 

Please note that the slides are intended for personal use in your own classroom and cannot be used commercially, even if modified. They may not be freely shared or distributed on the internet.

 

The slides are in accordance with the learning objectives of the Grade 9 in the new British Columbia BC curriculum. To access a comprehensive collection of learning objectives, please browse the supplementary slides offered in this shop.

Grade Level	Grade 9
Language	English