This series explores and shares the ways that polar bear scientists use science, technology, engineering, and math in the field, while tracking polar bears, in research, and as part of Polar Bears International's Tundra Connections webcasts. Bear trackers, genetics, scientific models, and technology…
This is a great pdf presentation to use in conjunction with the Bear Tracker lessons.
How do scientists study the behavior of polar bear mothers and cubs at remote den sites in the Arctic? And, why is it important to understand more about this critical time in a polar bear's life?
PBI's own Alysa McCall asks Michelle Viengkone of the University of Alberta about her polar bear genetics study.
Dr. Martyn Obbard from the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources shares his perspective on the role of a research scientist.
PBI's own Alysa McCall talks with Jody Reimer, a Ph.D. student at the University of Alberta, about scientific modeling and polar bears.
Tune in to learn some tips for using PBI's polar bear tracking tool. If you're a teacher, be sure to check out our unit plan and associated materials.
Teachers and students can explore the world of polar bear researchers with this lesson plan. Understand how polar bears are studied using radio collar tracking, then track bears in real time. Through the inquiry process, create scientific investigable questions just like real researchers, and learn how you can take action to help polar bears.