This engaging and standards-aligned AP Biology resource dives deep into the science of biodiversity and how we quantify it. Students explore and compare four major biodiversity indices—Simpson’s Diversity Index, Shannon-Weiner Index, Species Richness, and Pielou’s Evenness—through scaffolded explanations, real-world data scenarios, and critical thinking prompts. It’s perfect for introducing ecological data analysis or enhancing your biodiversity or ecosystem unit. Standards Alignment: NGSS (High