1. Promoting Biodiversity! Science Discussion Panel

2. So WHAT is it?
After reading discussions
Summarize what a panel discussion is.
How it would look in the classroom?

3. How to have a conversation
Start at 4:29

4. Example Watch the video clip of a science discussion panel
First 8 min

5. The standards
Evaluate the impact of habitat fragmentation and destruction, invasive species, overharvesting, pollution, and climate change on biodiversity (genetic, species, and ecosystem). 
Engage in argument from scientific evidence critiquing effectiveness of the Endangered Species Act. Give specific examples to support your argument.  

6. Guiding Questions What impacts biodiversity?
Explain the effectiveness of the Endangered Species Act

7. Group Roles Moderator – this person is assigned by me!
habitat fragmentation and destruction expert
invasive species expert
Overharvesting expert
Pollution expert
climate change expert 
Endangered Species Act expert
If not enough group members, overharvesting and habitat loss experts are a combined role

8. What will this look like?
How much time do you need?
What are the expectations?
How do you want to be graded?
Should we invite guests?
Also, each expert is responsible for sending me 2 WELL WRITTEN multiple choice questions that will be covered in your discussion - including answers. If revisions are needed, you are responsible for making that happen. One of your question needs to include a text, chart, graph, or diagram to reference.