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- Kindergarten - 4th
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Students study the various types of erosion. They increase their awareness so they can make intelligent decisions on proper land use. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students evaluate the role of government in addressing land use and other environmental issues. They analyze the powers, responsibilities, and limitations of elected and appointed officials in the national legislative, executive, and judicial branches. Full Review »
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- Kindergarten - 4th
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Students study various types of erosion. The purpose of these activities is to increase students awareness to the point where they can make intelligent decisions on proper land use. Full Review »
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- 6th - 8th
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Students discover the history of settlement along the Rio Grande River. In groups, they develop a three-dimensional model of the original Hispanic settlements. Using the model, they discuss how the land was used within the limits of the physical environment. Full Review »
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- 5th - 7th
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Students role play as members of interest group with a stake in a local land use issue. In preparation for the town hall meeting, students research their issue and gather pertinent information to persuade their audience. Full Review »
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- 9th - 10th
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Students design and present state park and community model incorporating sound management practices while meeting demands of the public, and demonstrate smart growth policies in planning designs. Full Review »
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- 5th - 7th
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Students examine how land is used in their local ecosystems. Individually, they are given a plant or animal card and they research the factors that are threatening their existence. They examine a natural area in their local area and create a brochure that highlights how the land is used. Full Review »
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- 11th - 12th
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Students apply measurement skills to compare and contrast aerial photos. They interpret the effects of changing land uses and how development relates to the environment. Students complete worksheets and describe events that historically encourage land use patterns. Full Review »
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- 7th - 12th
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Students study multiple land uses and their effects on one another. They assess multiple land uses in National Forests and Grasslands and evaluate the effects of each use on all other uses. They develop a comprehensive list of human activities and land uses permissible on public lands. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students outline the major events in the history of Onondaga Lake. They identify the parties involved in the events of Onondaga Lake. Students determine the sources of pollution that impacted Onondaga lake. They outline the major land uses of the area around Onondaga Lake. Students identify the impacts, both positive and negative, each form of land use had on the Onondaga Lake area. Full Review »
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