Lesson summary
Students investigate a local biodiversity issue within their community. They use a range of local sources to find out what their community is most passionate about.
Learning intentions:
Students will...
- understand how local communities including local government operate
- create criteria that identifies the most significant biodiversity issues and discover what issues the local community seem to be most passionate about.
Lesson guides and printables
Lesson details
Curriculum mapping
Australian curriculum content description:
Year 9 Science:
- The values and needs of contemporary society can influence the focus of scientific research (ACSHE228)
Year 10 Science:
- The values and needs of contemporary society can influence the focus of scientific research (ACSHE230)
Syllabus Outcomes: SC5-11PW.
General capabilities: Critical and creative thinking, Ethical understanding.
Cross-curriculum priority: Sustainability OI.5.
Time required: 60 mins x 2
Level of teacher scaffolding: Low – oversee activity.
Resources required
- Internet
- Excel
- Back issues of the local newspapers, writing material, white board or smartboard
- Student Worksheet – one copy per student OR computers/tablets to access the online worksheet
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