Shanghai, a cultural metropolis integrating international economy, finance, shipping and scientific and technological innovation, is not only a key area where the Yangtze River meets the East China Sea, but also has a precious wetland ecological environment. Not only is it a sanctuary for many endangered species, but it is also a key stopover on migratory bird routes. In the face of such a precious picture of biodiversity, how should we advance conservation work? What is the future of the maintenance of the urban ecological environment?
Seventh-grade students from the East Campus of the International Chinese School affiliated to Shanghai Wai Chinese University came to the Shanghai Natural History Museum with these questions to carry out the first lesson activity with the theme of "Protecting Nature in the City".
"Ecological Vientiane" exhibition area
From the scorching heat of the equator to the frozen poles, from the cold plateau to the pitch-black seabed, the diverse creatures and complex and varied natural environments form a rich and colorful ecosystem.
Tropical rainforests are mainly distributed in **? ”
I know that the south is mainly found in some tropical regions between the 10 degrees north and south latitudes near the equator. Faced with the question raised by the teacher, a student rushed to answer.
In the "Ecological Vientiane" exhibition area, under the guidance of the instructor, the students learned about the rich and diverse ecosystem types on the earth by comparing and analyzing the distribution range and composition characteristics of each ecosystem in the exhibition area, as well as the differences between animal and plant species in different ecosystems, and at the same time felt the close relationship between the components of the ecosystem and how the animals and plants in each ecosystem adapt to their respective environments with different forms, structures and habits.
"Shanghai Story" exhibition area
The students visited the theater of "Vicissitudes of Life" in the "Shanghai Story" exhibition area and gained an in-depth understanding of the causes of Shanghai. Then, in the "Mud Paradise" exhibition, they carefully observed the characteristics of various wetland birds, and gained a deeper understanding of Shanghai's unique wetland ecosystem. In the "Urban Wildlife" section, students compared the wildlife that was common in Shanghai in the past and present, and how human behavior affects Shanghai's urban ecosystem. In addition, through documentaries such as "Blocking Spartina alterniflora", "Aurora Jay" and "Saving Hairy Crabs", the students learned more about the characteristics of Shanghai's wetland ecosystem and the impact of human activities on it.
One of the students who participated in the event said: "Today's event made me know for the first time that there are so many wild animals in Shanghai, and that many animals and plants have lost their habitats and are even endangered due to human activities, and we need to pay more attention to protecting wild animals and their habitats, reducing pollution and destruction, and contributing to the conservation of biodiversity." ”
It is worth mentioning that in order to allow Hongkou students to have access to better resources, this event was carried out in a way that integrates online and offline. Since the signing of a cooperation agreement between the people of Hongkou District and the Shanghai Science and Technology Museum at the Hongkou Science and Technology Festival last year, this is the first time that the classroom has been moved to the venue, so that young people have the opportunity to go out of the school and participate in scenario-based and experiential science practice education activities, thereby igniting their curiosity and enthusiasm for exploration, while cultivating their scientific spirit.
The District Association for Science and Technology said that in the future, they will further deepen the cooperation with the District Education Bureau, tap various high-quality resources, and promote the organic connection between the main position of science education schools and social classrooms. Through the effective linkage of "inviting in" and "going out", the scientific quality of regional students will be comprehensively improved, and a group of young people with the potential of scientists and willing to dedicate themselves to scientific research will be cultivated.
This activity was guided by the District Science and Technology Association and the District Education Bureau, and planned and carried out by the District Youth Activity Center and the Shanghai Natural History Museum (Shanghai Science and Technology Museum Branch).
Reporter: Gong Le.
*: Gong Le, District Association for Science and Technology.
Editor: Gong Le.
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