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Anthropogenic Effects on the Ecosystem and Biodiversity
- 10th grade
- science
Humans have a profound effect on ecosystems and the biodiversity upon which ecosystems depend. This essay by Ball State University Biology student Molly Konopa reviews some examples of this based on her Tropical Ecology Study Abroad experience in Puerto Rico, Spring 2026.
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Echoes of El Yunque
- 9th grade
- science
The Puerto Rican Parrot is a remarkable story of near-extinction and on-going recovery. This essay by Ball State Biology student recounts the history of this bird and the work to bring it back from the brink of extinction. Developed as part of a Tropical Ecology Study Abroad experience, Spring 2026.
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Sustainability in Puerto Rican Landscape Architecture
- 12th grade
- science
This presentation shared ideas about how sustainability concepts can inform the design of landscaped spaces in Puerto Rico. Produced by Ball State Landscape Architecture students Ayslin Bowman and Jane Levine as part of a Tropical Ecology Study Abroad experience, Spring 2026.
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Lo Que el Huracán Nos Enseñó (What the Hurricane Taught Us)
- 9th grade
- science
Hurricane Maria (2017) impacted all of Puerto Rico, from damaging homes and businesses to devastating ecosystems. This set of original watercolor paintings by Ball State student Allyson Barkman is accompanied by an essay to help readers understand the profound impact of Maria on Puerto Rico. Based on the artist's Study Abroad experience in Spring 2026.
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How to Plant Mangroves
- 8th grade
- science
This website provide information about how habitat restoration work at ISER Caribe is working to grown mangroves for relocation on coastlines in Puerto Rico. Produce by Desiree Thurman and Triniti Wilde as part of a Tropical Ecology Study Abroad Experience at Ball State University.
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Mangroves to Mansions podcast
- 9th grade
- science
Mangroves to Mansions, a SoundCloud podcast about a threat to mangroves and other habitats in Puerto Rico. Recorded by Ball State University student Heidi Wash as part of a Tropical Ecology Study Abroad experience.
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From the Rain Forest to the Flag:The Ecological Identity of Puerto Rico
- 9th grade
- science
This video is included in the Tropical Ecology podcasts collection developed in a Study Abroad experience in Puerto Rico. It presents a story of the importance of nature in the national identity of Puerto Rico. Produced by Lucy McGovern and Kaylin Nolen, Spring 2026.
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Tropical Ecology of Puerto Rico
- 9th grade
- science
ISER Caribe is an organization working to preserve habitats across Puerto Rico. This website developed by BSU students Chaeli Fletcher and Victoria Sheffield presents a series of Earth Day message to promote the work that ISER Caribe is doing. Developed as a part of a Tropical Ecology Study Abroad experience, Spring 2026.
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Isla de Basura
- 9th grade
- science
Puerto Rico has a trash problem. This series of Instagram posts help readers learn about the problem, and about how recycling programs can help offer a solution. Produced by Emerging Media Design student Annabelle Price as part of a Tropical Ecology Study Abroad Program, Spring 2026.
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Spines of Destiny – sea urchin survival game
- 9th grade
- science
Learn about the challenges faced by sea urchin larva as they try to survive in the ocean. This game helps learners explore sea urchin conservation efforts at ISER Caribe in Puerto Rico, an organization working to restore coral reefs. Produce by BSU Biology student EJ Jarp as part of a Tropical Ecology Study Abroad Experience, Spring 2026
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BOT 440/540 – Plant Taxonomy Presentations
- 12th grade
- science
Students in BOT 440/540: Taxonomy of Vascular Plants have produced presentations to teach each other about the characteristics of specific plant families. These presentations are available to the public to support learning about plants and their taxonomic classification.
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Preparing to View the 2024 Total Eclipse Safely: A Video Article
- 3rd grade
- science
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Spines of Destiny – sea urchin survival game
- 9th grade
- science
Learn about the challenges faced by sea urchin larva as they try to survive in the ocean. This game helps learners explore sea urchin conservation efforts at ISER Caribe in Puerto Rico, an organization working to restore coral reefs. Produce by BSU Biology student EJ Jarp as part of a Tropical Ecology Study Abroad Experience, Spring 2026
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Preparing to View the 2024 Total Eclipse Safely: A Video Article
- 3rd grade
- science
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