Canada's Forests: A Breath of Fresh Air- Vol. 2
Climate Change
Secondary, Elementary, Middle
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Organization:
Canadian Forestry Association
(View other resources)Compilation:
Canada's Forests Teaching Kits
(View other resources)Source of Funding:
Canadian Forestry AssociationYear Published:
2008-12-06Available in Another Language? (specify):
EnglishA/V Component:
Available OnlineAdditional Resources Required
- planter or box
- fast germinating seeds
- coat hangers
- plastic
- small stones to be used as markers
- Internet and library access
- various printouts available online
Cost:
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Description
This comprehensive resource contains a series of nine lessons that explore climate change and its impact on Canada's forest including the removal of carbon from the atmosphere via photosynthesis.
Students will explore the contributions forests make to the overall health of the planet and:
- create mini green houses as they experiment with variables that affect growth.
- begin to explore the carbon cycle.
- take part in debates, taking on the role of various individuals affected by climate change.
General Assessment
Strengths
- This resource is well laid out and easy to follow.
- The resource is available for download immediately.
- The resource provides an abundance of background information and case studies for students and teachers.
- There are a variety of different learning activities to engage students with a variety of learning styles.
- A personal affinity with the Earth is encouraged as students take part in multiple field trips out of doors.
Weaknesses
- The resource does not address the social and economic implications of climate change.
- Students do not have the opportunity to take part in authentic action experiences.
- Students are not empowered to choose some elements of their programming.
- Skills necessary for taking action are not explicitly taught.
- The implications of climate change for non-humans are not addressed.
- Students are not given the opportunity to share their learning with authentic audiences.
- All biases are not presented within this resource.
To enhance this resource the following changes are strongly recommended:
- The resource should address the social and economic implications of climate change.
- Students should have the opportunity to take part in authentic action experiences.
- Students should be empowered to choose some elements of their programming.
- Skills necessary for taking action should be explicitly taught.
Themes Addressed
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Air, Atmosphere & Climate (1)
- Climate Change
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Land Use & Natural Resources (1)
- Forests
Relevant Curriculum Units
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