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Invasive Species in New York State

Invasive Species in New York State. Marlyn Orque Claro Inwood IS 52 ms.orque@inwood52.org. What are invasive species?. … invasive species include non-native organisms that cause economic or environmental harm and are capable of spreading to new areas of the state.

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Invasive Species in New York State

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  1. Invasive Species in New York State Marlyn Orque Claro Inwood IS 52 ms.orque@inwood52.org

  2. What are invasive species? …invasive species include non-native organisms that cause economic or environmental harm and are capable of spreading to new areas of the state

  3. Step 1: Identify the Problem • What specific problem can invasive species create in New York State? Research information, discuss with your partner and share. • Complete worksheet in this link: http://www2.maxwell.syr.edu/plegal/tips/select.html

  4. Step 2: Gather Evidence • Read the articles in the following websites and gather evidence. You may design a data table to organize evidence from the articles. - http://oceanservice.noaa.gov/facts/invasive.html - http://www.invasivespecies.wa.gov/what_they_are.shtml - http://www.env.gov.yk.ca/animalshabitat/invasivespecies.php

  5. Step 3:Identify the Causes • From your research identify and list the factors that caused the problem. Cite specific data or evidence. • Complete Step 3 of the PPA http://www2.maxwell.syr.edu/plegal/TIPS/worksheet3.html • Prepare to share your list in the class.

  6. Homework Finding Better Solutions- Research current state policy in controlling invasive species. Evaluate the policy and prepare an argument whether the policy should be changed or not. If you believe it must be changed, explain changes clearly.(Students will also complete Steps 4, 5, & 6 of the PPA.)

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