African SafariKruger Battle

Godfrey Walwema EDCI 5070 UW10/01/2014

Outline of the presentation

- Introduction to the trip- The process of Natural Selection- Characteristics of Effective and Efficient

teamwork- Observation of the video Clip- Some useful links- Discussion questions to consider

IntroductionThis trip takes us to the Kruger National Park in South Africa where we observe the process of natural selection. In the video clip we observe the role of teamwork in individual survival in relation to natural selection.

Natural Selection

- Natural selection is about the survival of the very fittest in their environment.

- Natural selection is one of the basic mechanism of evolution along with mutation, migration, and genetic mutation.

- In some instances, teamwork is essential to assist individuals survive.

Teamwork

Teamwork is one of the tools that animal species use to survive in the world. Animals, just like scientists and other professionals, do achieve more when they work as a team. An effective and efficient team has the following characteristics: good communication, collaborated actions, problem solving skills, respect, and shared goals.

Communication:

In a team each member communicates with each other. Everyone freely shares his or her opinions and ideas. Good communication keeps the team informed and focused.

Collaboration:Each member of the team uses his or her skills to the best of their ability and their skills complement each other. Feedback is given and received constructively. Success is celebrated.

Problem Solving:

The team develops strategy for problem solving and addressing conflicts within the members. Leadership is shared among the members at various times.Respect:Each person respects everyone even though the members do not always have to agree in atmosphere of honesty, accessibility, acceptance and dependability.

Shared goals:

In a team, achievement of common goals overrides individual gain. What is best for team takes priority and team members should be involved in establishing goals.

Observation of the video clip “the battle at Kruger”

We take a trip on an African Safari to Kruger National Park in South Africa. On the trip we observe teamwork utilized in the natural selection process. At the 2m:10s mark pause the recording and predict what is going to happen to the calf and at the end of the clip compare your prediction to what actually happens. Click the link to watch and to return to the PPT presentation close the video window.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LU8DDYz68kM

Useful links below

http://anthro.palomar.edu/evolve/evolve_2.htm

http://evolution.berkeley.edu/evolibrary/article/evo_25

http://smallbusiness.chron.com/characteristics-effective-teamwork-691.html

http://www.sa-venues.com/game-reserves/mpl_kruger.htm

Discussion questions

- which of the 5 characteristics did the animals teams display?

- which teams won or lost in the battle and why?

- how did teamwork help individual animal to survive?

- how does team spirit help in the natural selection process?

Who is he and what is he best known for?

End of the Virtual Trip