Students will use mapping tools and technologies to investigate potential habitat areas for river cane in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. They will also learn about historic uses of river cane and why river cane is ecologically important. This lesson will teach students how to:
- Identify habitat requirements of river cane based on biotic and abiotic factors.
- Map potential habitat areas within Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
- Compare predictive modeling.
- Understand the cultural significance of a native plant.
This video introduces the lesson and describes how to plan for the activities.