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10.14.19
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An Inspirational Journey
In this newsletter, we’re inviting you on a journey to Serengeti National Park, famous for its charismatic animal species. See how the Serengeti’s iconic wildebeest herd maintains this remarkable biodiversity with a new classroom film, suite of activities, and a broadcast film.
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A Walk in the Park
In 1965, researcher Tony Sinclair arrived in the Serengeti National Park. He was immediately struck by the incredible diversity of animals and habitats and asked a question that would occupy his research for more than 50 years: Why was the Serengeti the way it was? In our newest classroom film, trace Sinclair and other researchers’ efforts to unpack this question — often to surprising conclusions that apply to ecosystems across the world. See how a vaccination program for domestic cattle helped to restore tree diversity in the park, and how migration helps to maintain the largest herbivore population on Earth.
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Learn The Rules
Watch the inspiring story of the scientists who discovered fundamental ecological principles, such as how trophic cascades regulate populations, that are key to maintaining and restoring ecosystems in “The Serengeti Rules,” now available via PBS. Hear from Jim Estes, Mary Power, Robert Paine, and more about how their research informs population management — and provides crucial messages of hope about ecosystem resilience.
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Films to Inspire
Today’s world is full of pessimism and cynicism, and students are bombarded with discouraging messages about the future of the planet. Is there any antidote to such poison? In this message from BioInteractive, hear from HHMI's Vice President for Science Education Sean B. Carroll about our new "Films To Inspire" page.
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What Can Be Saved?
Looking to incorporate stories of hope into your teaching? Explore “What Can Be Saved?,” a series from AP Health & Science produced in collaboration with HHMI about the ordinary people and scientists who are restoring landscapes and species in a world affected by human activity and climate change. The series includes photos, videos, text, animations, graphics and mini-documentaries, with text and video also available in Spanish.
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Going Wild(ebeest)
Wildebeest are the most numerous large herbivores in the Serengeti ecosystem. But how can their populations maintain such high numbers? In this Data Point, also available in Spanish, see how a vaccination program led to a dramatic increase in wildebeest numbers to what we see today.
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Educator Spotlight
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Guided Learning
My middle school students have “traveled” to Gorongosa National Park in Mozambique, and it has been an amazing adventure! We began by viewing “The Guide: A Biologist in Gorongosa” and entered the world of a young man considering his future in terms of tourism and conservation work.
Using the WildCam Gorongosa resources allowed students to develop their own scientific inquiry, select their own data, and analyze it to answer their questions. Students who wanted to work as “conservation officers” spent time with WildCam Gorongosa and WildCam Lab. The interactive map lets students envision different ecosystems in the park and identify particular areas or species that they would like to learn more about.
We’ve loved our opportunity to explore Gorongosa, and plan to continue using these resources to help us understand how real-life scientists and local partners are bringing the park back to life! - Lisa Wininger (Plainwell Middle School, MI)
Do you have a favorite BioInteractive resource and want to tell us how you use it in your class? Email us the tip at outreach@hhmi.org. If we feature yours, we'll send you a T-shirt!
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