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- 7th - 12th
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Students explain the concepts of land use planning and cooperative living habitats, the process of creating a built environment, and the characteristics of built environments which meet the needs of Man and Nature. Full Review »
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- 6th - 12th
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Students examine opposing points of view in a legal land use battle and propose resolutions for the conflict. They further explore the situation by drafting memorandums of understanding that outline a path to reconciliation. Full Review »
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- 6th - 12th
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Students compare historical aerial photographs with current aerial photographs and determine what factors influenced land use decisions. They consider future changes in land use and the affect on the community. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students explore how changes in human land use are impacting local environments. They also explore some of the social impacts of various land uses in their area. They identify and discuss some social impacts of the different land uses. Full Review »
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- 6th - 8th
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Students examine social and political viewpoints concerning land use issues and related legislation. They evaluate and lobby for or against pending legislation, and identify where citizens can have an impact on the legislative process. Full Review »
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- 6th - 12th
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Students brainstorm lists of land uses, gather pictures of them, and create a collage. They research land uses in their communities by contacting local agencies. They make charts of the land use planning systems and their impact on private rights. Full Review »
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- 9th - 10th
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Students study positive and negative aspects of land use laws and zoning ordinances. They participate in a land use planning exercise using a role play activity. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students investigate land regulations. In groups students explore how local councillors grant planning permission and how land is regulated. Students role play making decisions on a planning committee. They discuss why a land use planning system is important. Full Review »
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- 8th - 10th
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Students discuss the issues of land use, suburban sprawl and how the land has changed over time. Using photographs, they complete a worksheet noting the changes in their local area. They discover the reasons why population is dispersed the way it is in Pennsylvania. Full Review »
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- 5th - 8th
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Students identify the land use zones on a planning map and identify the patterns that have possible negative effects on water quality. They participate in a visualization exercise, analyze the maps, and redraw existing land use maps for better environmental quality. Full Review »
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