Subject: Science

Grade Level: Grade 9

Objective:
1. Define extinction.
2. Explain the importance of biodiversity.
3. Differentiate the rate of extinction in the past and in the present.
4. Enumerate the causes of extinction.
5. Infer the causes why some species are vulnerable to extinction.

Learning across the curriculum:

- Mathematics: Graph the rate of extinction in the past and present.
- Social Studies: Investigate the impact of extinction on ecosystems throughout history.
- Language Arts: Write a persuasive essay on the importance of conserving biodiversity.

Elicit:
- Ask students if they have heard of the term "extinction" and what they understand about it.
Translate to English.

Engage:
1. Show a short video clip about the impact of animal extinction on ecosystems. Discuss the
emotional and ecological effects with the students. Translate to English.
2. Present a series of images of endangered species and ask students to reflect on the
importance of protecting biodiversity. Translate to English.
3. Conduct a class survey on the students' favorite animals and discuss how extinction can
affect these species. Translate to English.

Explore:
Activity 1: Extinction Timeline

Materials: Chart paper, markers, images or descriptions of extinct animals

Instructions: In small groups, create a timeline showcasing the different extinct animals
throughout history. Discuss the possible reasons for their extinction. Use the rubric
provided for grading.

Rubric:
- Accuracy of timeline: 10 points
- Identification of reasons for extinction: 10 points

Assessment questions:
1. What is the purpose of creating a timeline of extinct animals?
2. Why is it important to understand the reasons for their extinction?

Activity 2: Rate of Extinction Comparison

Materials: Graph paper, data on past and present extinction rates

Instructions: In pairs, graph the rate of extinction in the past and present. Compare the
two graphs and discuss the differences. Use the rubric provided for grading.

Rubric:
- Accuracy of graphs: 10 points
- Analysis of differences: 10 points

Assessment questions:
1. What do the graphs show about the rate of extinction in the past and present?
2. Why do you think there is a difference in the rate of extinction?

Activity 3: Causes of Extinction Card Sort

Materials: Cards with causes of extinction, such as habitat loss, pollution, and climate
change

Instructions: In groups, sort the cards into categories based on the causes of extinction.
Discuss the impact of each cause on biodiversity. Use the rubric provided for grading.

Rubric:
- Accuracy of card sorting: 10 points
- Explanation of cause and impact: 10 points

Assessment questions:
1. Why is it important to identify the causes of extinction?
2. How do these causes affect biodiversity?

Explain:
1. Teacher-led discussion on the definition of extinction, emphasizing the irreversible loss of
species. Translate to English.
2. Interactive presentation on the importance of biodiversity and its role in maintaining
ecological balance. Encourage student participation and discussion. Translate to English.

Elaborate:
1. Divide the class into pairs. Assign each pair a vulnerable species and have them research
and create a presentation on the factors contributing to its vulnerability. Translate to English.
2. Conduct a debate on whether human activities or natural causes are more responsible for
the current rate of extinction. Translate to English.

Evaluate:
- Design a multiple-choice quiz to assess students' understanding of the causes of extinction
and the importance of biodiversity. Translate to English.
- Assign a project where students create an infographic highlighting the impacts of extinction
on different ecosystems. Translate to English.

Extend:
- Organize a field trip to a local conservation area or zoo to observe endangered species in
their natural or protected habitats. Translate to English.

Assignment:
Write a reflection paper on the role of individuals in conserving biodiversity. Translate to
English.