Predicting Population Curves: Using inquiry in the biology classroom to study populations

by: Matt Bunton

A study of gray wolf populations in Wisconsin sparks inquiry in the biology classroom. Students evaluated variables that would affect the wolves, and developed one graph and a defense statement that the students agreed was a good prediction of what the population would look like over the next 18 years. Through this experience the students became active learners and were part of an authentic scientific study.

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Type Journal ArticlePub Date 4/1/2003Stock # tst03_070_04_41Volume 070Issue 03

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