Introduction to Human Impact Presentation & Notes

Help your students make real-world connections to ecology and biology with this Human Impact on the Environment Presentation & Notes—a clear, engaging lesson designed to answer the essential question: How do human activities affect the biosphere, and what can we do to protect life on Earth?

This presentation breaks down major human impacts like climate change, pollution, deforestation, and biodiversity loss, while tying in key biology concepts such as food webs, the carbon cycle, carrying capacity, and ecosystem stability. Students will analyze real case studies, reflect on their own habits, and consider solutions at both global and local levels.

Built-in discussion prompts, comprehension questions, and a powerful two-part exit ticket (with teacher guide included!) help students think critically and personally about how science connects to their lives and school community.

What’s Included?

• 28-Slide Presentation – Covers human impact topics with a biology lens—includes engaging visuals, student prompts, and real-world examples like Yellowstone wolves and pollinator mismatches.
• 8-Page Full Notes: Detailed student and teacher notes that follow the presentation exactly—perfect for reinforcing content, helping absent students catch up, or supporting review before assessments.
• 8-Page Guided Notes: Fill-in-the-blank and scaffolded note sheets designed to help students stay focused, process new information, and build long-term retention.
• Exit Ticket + Teacher Guide – A reflective, two-part question that connects personal behavior and school-wide change—with suggestions and sample responses for classroom use.

Why You’ll Love It:

• Biology-Focused – Emphasizes ecosystems, biodiversity, and life science connections aligned to NGSS.
• No Prep Required – Just open and teach. Perfect for high school biology, environmental science, or ecology units.
• Built for Engagement – Includes discussion starters, fun facts, and real-world relevance that spark student thinking.
• Action-Oriented – Ends with a meaningful prompt to help students apply what they’ve learned in their own school community.

Whether you’re introducing ecology or diving into environmental science, this lesson helps students see biology in action—and empowers them to become part of the solution.

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