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Junior Level Activity #3
Co-operatively or in small groups, have students consider pollution
from the polluter's point of view. This assumes that no one pollutes
purposefully just for the sake of polluting. What factors might
cause individuals or corporations to pollute? What factors might
cause them to continue even though their pollution has been brought
to their attention. What short and long term consequences may
result as a result of trying other solutions? Have each group
create an interview in which the polluter is allowed to voice
his/her concerns on the issue. The activity could be extended
by having the class in whole group respond to the polluter's comments
(constructively) by suggesting possible solutions to their dilemma.
Curriculum
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Junior Level Activity #3
1.
Ask pertinent questions to gain information.(S.S.: Gr. 5 & 6)
2. Locate relevant information from a variety of sources.(S.S.:
Gr. 5 & 6)
3. Analyse, clarify and interpret information.(S.S.: Gr. 5 & 6)
4. Communicate information in a variety of ways.(S.S.: Gr. 5 &
6)
5. Examine environmental causes of pollution.(S.S.: Gr. 4)
6. Demonstrate an understanding of the interrelationships between
civilization and the environment.(S.S.: Gr. 5 & 6)
7. Formulate questions to serve as a guide to gathering information.
(S.S.: Gr. 5 & 6)
8. Ask questions on a variety of topics and respond appropriately
to the questions of others.(L. O. &V: Gr. 4, 5 & 6)
9. Contribute and work constructively in groups.(L. O. &V: Gr.
4, 5 & 6)
10. Speak clearly when making presentations.(L. O. &V: Gr. 4,
5 & 6)
11. Follow up on others ideas, and recognize the validity of different
points of view.(L.O. &V: Gr. 6)
12. Identify questionable strategies presenters use to influence
an audience. (L.O. &V: Gr. 6)
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