BIO 118 - Michigan Wildflowers

1. Use the Scientific Method.
   1. Review research on a subject where data is analyzed and collected.
   2. Summarize and report the findings of the research
   3. Draw independent conclusions based on research.
2. Work collaboratively with classmates and instructor.
   1. Participate in field activities.
   2. Demonstrate an ability to work with others during field experiences.
   3. Assist with transporting, cleaning, and storing equipment used in class.
   4. Compile a journal of all required activities.
3. Participate appropriately in field activities.
   1. Participate in field activities and use appropriate equipment to conduct field activities.
   2. Select appropriate dress for overnight experience or single-day experience.
   3. Demonstrate an ability to work with others during field experiences.
   4. Use keys and resource books to identify and set the perspective of the natural history of organisms.
4. Describe Michigan wildflowers in relationship to their habitat and distribution.
   1. Identify biotic and abiotic factors in appropriate settings.
   2. Describe the concepts of niche and habitat concept.
   3. Differentiate between a community and an ecosystem.
   4. Describe and identify individual related species of Michigan wildflowers.
   5. Relate environmental factors to diversity, abundance and quality of species observed.
5. Demonstrate an understanding of how the biotic elements in the ecosystems change over time in Michigan.
   1. Identify and describe the wildflowers of a grassland, deciduous forest, coniferous forest, marsh, bog and swamp.
   2. Recognize the physical and seasonal features which determine types of wildflowers seen.
   3. Describe the role of soil type, hydrology and local physiographic factors on habitat and distribution of wildflowers.
   4. Describe the relationship of wildflowers to shrubs and trees of each ecosystem visited.