What a waste! The last installment of a nine-part technology/engineering series teaches learners about medical waste disposal systems. Conducting a simulation allows individuals to understand how monetary considerations constrain waste disposal systems.

Concepts

hazardous waste, waste management, hospitals, data analysis, technology resources

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Instructional Ideas

• Have the class research laws regarding hazmat disposal

Classroom Considerations

• Lesson requires some math skills, such as data analysis, percent change, and computing with integers
• Be sure to prepare materials such as play money in advance
• the last resource in a nine-part series

Pros

• Directions for the activity are clear and concise
• Pupils will appreciate hands-on nature of activity

Cons

• None