Fighting Extinction - What Do Zoos Do?

In this lesson, students investigate how and why zoos do conservation work. They begin by examining a series of positive and negative statements about zoos, including that zoos have an important role to play in conservation work. They then look at what is meant by ‘conservation’ and analyse the Philippines Crocodile conservation program in which Zoos Victoria are a conservation partner. Students then research an Australian animal involved in a conservation program and create a presentation to share with the class. Students can use an assessment rubric to assess the work of their peers.