
Minnamurra River
Students begin their depth study by researching the river ecosystems, adaptations for survival and potential impacts of climate change upon coastal ecosystems. Students are tasked with planning and designing an investigation, before conducting their field study in conjunction with the IEEC. Students may then complete their depth study using first-hand data and secondary sources of data and information to address the predicted impacts to the future of the river. Students are asked to develop a website-based communication piece that conveys their research findings and recommended mitigation strategies to a target audience.
This 15 hour depth study focuses upon the future of Minnamurra's coastal ecosystems, addressing all seven Working Scientifically outcomes and components of Modules 3 and 4. A five hour fieldwork day is integrated into the depth study, with supplementary virtual fieldwork for students unable to attend the excursion. A sample assessment task is provided, assessing each student’s research against all Working Scientifically outcomes and the Module 4 Knowledge and Understanding outcome.
The depth study resource can be accessed via this link.
Fieldwork booklets will be printed and supplied by the IEEC and can be viewed here.
Answers to fieldwork booklets (teachers only) can be viewed here
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Killalea Drive
Shell Cove NSW 2529
telephone 02 4237 6100
We would like to pay our respects and acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land and also pay respect to Elders both past and present.
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