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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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- 4th - 8th
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Students read a handout about the types of farms in Antebellum Arkansas and respond on the worksheet. They answer an essay question on the topic. Full Review »
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- 4th - 9th
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Students locate the state park they are studying on a map. They evaluate the land cover and land use now and make predictions on its future use. 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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- 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 discuss the importance of "land." They review the four types of land classification--urban, rural, agricultural and conservation--and participate in an activity involving an apple that demonstrates the use of land in Hawaii. They create a map that shows agricultural land use in Hawaii. Full Review »
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- 7th - 12th
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Students calculate the amount of land required to produce the food eaten by an individual for one year and compare the amount of land required to produce animal versus plant products. They use calorie counting resources to compile the land requirements for each type of food eaten throughout the year. Full Review »
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- 7th - 12th
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Students recognize how the climate of the Hudson Valley has changed since the last glaciation. They explain these changes using a reconstruction of the land use changes in the Hudson Valley composed of confetti, ziploc bags and other every day items. Full Review »
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