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Viewers of the short documentary Santa Cruz Del Islote consider how changes in climate and overfishing impact the life style of the 1,200 residents of a small island off the coast of Cartagena, Columbia.
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Instructional Ideas
- Have pupils watch the film, record questions the film raises, and respond to the viewing questions before returning for a whole class discussion
Classroom Considerations
- Links to a teacher's guide and the related film are attached
Pros
- The six-page packet includes background information on the island, its history, and its people
- Also included is a brief plan, discussion questions, and writing prompts
Cons
- Some viewers may be impatient with the slow pace of the film
- Viewers may find it difficult to draw evidence from the film to respond to the discussion questions
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