1. AIM: SWBAT differentiate between alpha and beta diversity
Please Do Now: 1) name three ecosystem services
2) What are the two most important abiotic factors is determining the biodiversity of an area?

2. Agenda Do Now Alpha vs. Beta Finish Video / worksheet
Microscope practical

3. Alpha, Beta, and Gamma Diversity
The biodiversity of a landscape (gamma) is determined by both the average diversity of habitats (alpha) and the difference in the habitats within a landscape (beta)

4. Alpha vs. Beta

5. Focusing the scope Slide goes on the stage under the lens
Focus with the low power objective first (big knob), then the fine focus (small knob)