Lesson summary

This lesson is designed for a flipped classroom, where students learn new content by watching a video in their own time. This strategy provides the opportunity for students to build their knowledge, attitudes and values by themselves, thereby freeing up class time for hands-on work.

Learning intentions:

Students will...

understand the impact of plastic (especially plastic bags) on our environment
understand some of the causes and consequences of the Great Pacific Garbage Patch.

Success criteria:

Students can...

work independently to think critically and respond to a series of questions.

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Australian Curriculum content descriptions:

Year 7 Science:

Some of Earth’s resources are renewable, but others are non-renewable (ACSSU116)
Science and technology contribute to finding solutions to a range of contemporary issues; these solutions may impact on other areas of society and involve ethical considerations (ACSHE120)

Year 8 Science:

Science and technology contribute to finding solutions to a range of contemporary issues; these solutions may impact on other areas of society and involve ethical considerations (ACSHE135)

Year 9 Science:

People can use scientific knowledge to evaluate whether they should accept claims, explanations or predictions (ACSHE160)

Syllabus outcomes: SC4-11PW, SC5-13ES, SC4-12ES.

General capabilities: Critical and creative thinking.

Cross-curriculum priority: Sustainability OI.3, OI.8.

Time required: 30 minutes.

Level of teacher scaffolding: Low – allow students to explore the topic independently.

Internet
Devices with earphones
Student Worksheet

This lesson is designed to build students’ competencies in the following skills:

Critical thinking

Following this lesson plan is an ideal way for your school to take part in Schools Clean Up Day or a Clean Up on any day of the year. You’ll be joining thousands of amazing teachers in making a difference and creating positive environmental change.

Clean Up Australia - Flipped Classroom - The Majestic Plastic Bag

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